... them to fully lift previously imposed voluntary restrictions of 2.2 million barrels by Q4 2025. Nonetheless, there remain voluntary cuts of 1.65 million barrels per day extended until the end of 2026, the future of which will be discussed at the OPEC+ monitoring committee meeting on September 7. Experts believe that the alliance will approach the issue of further production increases cautiously. Demand for oil traditionally decreases in the fall, especially considering the economic slowdown in Europe ...

... strong demand and preventing prices from dropping sharply. Concurrently, expectations for a easing of monetary policy in leading economies boost investor interest in commodity assets, including oil. The market is also closely watching the OPEC+ Joint Monitoring Committee (JMMC) meeting on July 28; while the committee lacks the authority to change production quotas, its recommendations and signals could influence short-term price dynamics. Consequently, the oil market enters a new week in a state of ...

... Russia's revenues from energy resource exports. Following a recent decision by allies to lower the price cap on Russian oil from $60 to $47.6 per barrel, the US is signaling its readiness for further measures. The American administration has increased monitoring of sanction implementations and is considering additional restrictions on buyers of Russian hydrocarbons. US President Donald Trump already imposed an additional 25% import tariff on Indian goods on August 6 due to New Delhi's continued purchases ...

... Increase As the week begins, oil prices remain relatively stable, with Brent trading around $69-$70 per barrel. Market balance is sustained by the interplay of positive factors and mitigating risks: Demand and Trade Policy. Market participants are closely monitoring the global external trade situation. The U.S. has secured key trade agreements with the European Union, Japan, and several other partners, avoiding a full-scale tariff war and supporting confidence in demand resilience. However, from August ...

... accumulated substantial Bitcoin holdings, made easier and more affordable through prior purchases or mining efforts. If you intend to join the ranks of Bitcoin whales, a minimum of 1,000 Bitcoins would be required in your account. The market closely monitors the activities of the largest BTC holders, as their actions can directly influence Bitcoin price levels. Whales, or "big fish", are present not only in the Bitcoin market but across all other investment markets as well. From Shrimp ...