Commented for "Vedomosti" on the prospects for the development of the electric charging station segment in Russia. The network of electric charging stations (ECS) in Russia is actively expanding: in 2024, the number of stations reached 7,410. Forecasts indicate significant growth in infrastructure ...

... Economic Prospects for 2025 Economic Recovery According to Citi, the global economy continues to recover from the shocks caused by the pandemic and geopolitical crises. A growth rate of 3-3.5% is expected, although the pace of recovery will differ between developed and emerging markets. Key Factors Influencing Global Growth: Inflation: A gradual decline in inflation is anticipated in developed countries due to the normalization of monetary policy. Interest Rates: Central banks continue to maintain high ...

IT technologies play a significant role in the development of business, communication, industry, and more. This, among other factors, inevitably attracts the attention of investors ready to invest billions of dollars into this sector. This contributes to the rapid development of the market. So why ...

... their location and business model. The revenue of a single station can differ by as much as 50 times, and profitability can vary twofold. The primary income of gas stations comes from fuel sales, which account for over 85% of gross revenue. However, the development of non-fuel businesses, such as cafes, shops, and service offerings, is becoming a key factor in increasing profitability. Sales of additional goods and services can contribute 10-25% of revenue and more than 50% of a station's profits. ...

... the end of 2025 is 3.5%–3.75%, responding to inflationary pressures triggered by tariffs. Global Growth and Inflation: A slowdown in global growth is anticipated, projecting a rate of 2.5% (down from 2.9% in 2024). Inflation will remain elevated in developing economies, although a reduction is expected in developed countries. State of Global Trade: U.S. tariffs and protectionist measures from other countries will lead to diversification of supply chains. Countries like India, with lower dependency ...