... results will provide insights into the health of Corporate America amidst an economic slowdown and rising costs driven by recent inflation. Energy: Oil and gas giants ExxonMobil and Chevron will present quarterly results reflecting the impact of oil price dynamics on profitability in the sector. A decrease in metrics compared to last year's record figures is anticipated; however, investors will concentrate on management comments and forecasts. Additionally, utility company Dominion Energy will report, illustrating trends in electricity and gas supply. Pharmaceuticals and Biotech: Biotechnology firm Moderna and pharmaceutical company Regeneron Pharmaceuticals will publish their reports....

... already becoming apparent in wholesale markets. Furthermore, geopolitical tensions — the threat of new trade barriers (such as the aforementioned U.S. tariffs) — intensify concerns about global economic growth. Some financial institutions are revising forecasts: several investment banks predict an average Brent price in Q4 2025 at around mid-$60, which is lower than current figures. However, many market participants believe that a significant price collapse is unlikely, as OPEC+ countries may respond with supply restrictions if necessary. OPEC+ Maintains Cautious ...

... also accelerated. In June, weekly gasoline price growth averaged 0.2-0.4% across Russia, while in July it was 0.5-0.6%, according to Rosstat data. By July 22, gasoline prices had increased by 4.7% compared to December 2023, while the official inflation forecast for 2024 was 5.1%. The Ministry of Energy believes that fuel prices in the retail segment remain stable, with no shortage of supply, and that the domestic market is fully supplied with gasoline and diesel fuel, the government reported on July 28 following a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. In ...

... and maintenance downtimes at oil refineries) are not addressed. The government will need to balance the necessity of keeping prices down in the domestic market with providing sufficient incentives for oil producers to avoid a repeat fuel shortage during ... ... coal sector is reaching a new peak in production in 2025, although the pace of consumption growth is slowing. According to IEA forecasts, global coal production could reach around 9.2 billion tons this year, marking a historic high. China's internal coal ...

... Risks Despite the predominantly positive backdrop, experts urge investors to adopt a balanced and rational approach. Market forecasts for cryptocurrencies are generally optimistic but carry caveats. Many analysts agree that the current growth cycle is ... ... from exhausted: the limited supply of Bitcoin and the expanding applications of blockchain technologies may continue to drive prices higher. Bold predictions are being voiced: some experts expect that in the near future, Bitcoin could reach levels around ...