On August 1, 2025, global energy markets experienced significant changes: the price of Brent crude oil rose above $72 per barrel, generating substantial interest among experts and investors. The increase in oil prices is attributed to various factors, including steady demand for hydrocarbons and declining stock levels in major storage facilities. At the same time, European gas storage is filling at record rates, indicating upcoming shifts in consumption. Discussions ...

... "margins," the expert argues. The question remains: how will prices behave after the New Year? In January, not only fuel excises will rise, but the tax burden on all oil production companies will increase (due to a new formula for calculating oil prices for taxation purposes), and the cost of transporting oil through pipelines will also go up. According to Stankevich, these factors will be reflected in the price for the end consumer, but the increase will be gradual, not sudden. Regulators,...

Expert Tereshkin: The Structure of Oil and Gas Revenues Reduces the Risks of Falling Oil Prices (Prime). Expert Sergey Tereshkin assessed the risks of falling oil prices for Russia's budget. He noted that low prices could be offset by the devaluation of the ruble and increased production. Despite possible short-term drops below $50 per ...

... the hydrocarbon market. Energy Sector News – Thursday, July 31, 2025: Brent Surpasses $72; U.S. Federal Reserve Keeps Rates Unchanged As July comes to a close, the global fuel and energy sector displays moderate growth and signs of stabilization. Oil prices continue to rise, with Brent briefly exceeding the $72 per barrel mark for the first time since late June, driven by persisting geopolitical risks and strong seasonal demand. The European gas market maintains relative stability, thanks to active ...

... Fastest Pace of the Year — An Analysis of the Reasons. A Column by Sergey Tereshkin for RBC. In the fall of 2024, prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in Russia are increasing due to several factors. The primary reasons include a rise in global oil prices, seasonal demand fluctuations, maintenance at oil refineries, and restrictive measures on fuel exports. Inflation and changes in fuel market regulations are also playing a role. Experts predict that prices may stabilize as seasonal factors subside ...