... so demand is increasing at a much slower rate than production. In Russia, coal continues to hold a significant share in both electricity generation and industry export revenue. The output of Russian companies remains close to record levels, and under sanctions, the coal industry is actively shifting towards Asian markets. The government supports exporters by developing port infrastructure in the Far East and subsidizing railway transport to increase shipments to the Asia-Pacific region. Looking ahead,...

... USD/RUB exchange rate; when the ruble weakens, the price of USDC in rubles rises, stimulating interest in stablecoins as a way to protect capital from the depreciation of the national currency. Thus, macroeconomic instability and geopolitical risks (sanctions, restrictions on currency transfers) boost demand for USDC, indirectly influencing its market capitalization and turnover. 4. The Role of Stablecoins in the Crypto Market. Stablecoins are an integral part of the cryptocurrency market infrastructure,...

... Reuters, although the risk of a correction remains. Russian stocks rebounded after a decline in the first quarter of 2020, when the pandemic reached global proportions. Contributing factors included high oil prices and a reduction in risks associated with sanctions. The Moscow Exchange Index hit a record high of 3,949.07 as of August 18. It is anticipated to rise further by the end of the year, reaching 4,000. Gas production companies are expected to increase profits against a backdrop of constrained natural ...

... countries compared to developed ones. The recovery of the global economy, rising oil prices, and accommodative monetary policies from most central banks all contribute positively to the Russian market. Experts still consider the potential for increased sanctions to be a major threat to its performance. By the end of 2022, it is anticipated that the Moscow Exchange Index could reach 4,210, with expectations ranging between 3,800 and 5,250.

... price of benchmark Brent crude oil remains in the range of $72–$75 per barrel. Earlier, Igor Yushkov, an expert at the National Energy Security Fund and the Financial University under the Government of Russia, expressed the opinion that new U.S. sanctions against Russian oil could lead to a collapse in the global hydrocarbon market. In the United States, he said, inflation could accelerate, and oil prices could soar to $200 per barrel. Previously, the Russian Ministry of Finance explained ...