... With a strong currency, the Central Bank may lower rates to support exports and domestic production. 5. Global Market Conditions The Central Bank also considers the situation on global financial markets. Global economic crises, instability in stock markets, and sharp fluctuations in prices of oil, gold, or other commodities can compel the Central Bank to adjust the key rate. For instance, during a global crisis, lowering the rate can support the national economy, while during periods of external stability and growth, the Central Bank may raise rates to contain ...

....S. Oil Inventories (EIA Report) 17:30 (MSK) – The U.S. Department of Energy will release its weekly report from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) on commercial oil and petroleum product inventories. This indicator is closely monitored by commodity market traders. A significant reduction in inventories could drive oil prices up due to signals of high demand or constrained supply, while an increase in inventories often leads to price declines. Fluctuations in oil prices, in turn, could impact energy ...

... market signals that, without surprises from central banks, we should expect little movement today, although bond market analysis indicates the continuation of yield curve inversion – investors are still hedging against potential economic slowdown. Commodity markets: The price of oil in the second half of the day may experience the impact of the API report. If large inventories are reported again, this would pressure prices downwards. Moreover, the overall risk appetite in the market (dependent on the outcome ...

... for ETH's price, while the potential introduction of new investment products (ETFs, trusts, derivatives) could serve as a growth catalyst. Regulatory Environment and Legislation Regulations continue to have a significant impact on the cryptocurrency market. For Ethereum in May 2025, several aspects can be highlighted. Firstly, the legal status of ETH. In the U.S., discussions are still ongoing regarding whether Ethereum qualifies as a security (as some officials would like) or as a commodity/currency. A clear recognition of ETH as a non-security would alleviate many risks and pave the way for institutional investments (as mentioned above). Conversely, aggressive regulatory actions against Ethereum (such as a ban on staking for individuals,...

... energy security — including the introduction of new storage targets and potential restrictions on imports of Russian gas, which are being discussed at the political level. Fuel Market in Russia: Stabilization Measures and Price Reaction The domestic market for petroleum products in Russia is currently experiencing a tense situation due to rising gasoline and diesel prices. In July, exchange prices for automobile gasoline at the Saint Petersburg International Commodity Exchange reached historical highs (the AI-95 grade exceeded 75,000 rubles/ton), creating additional pressure on independent gas stations and consumers. The causes are a combination of seasonal factors — high summer demand (including from agricultural ...