... gasoline would decrease in price or, at worst, remain at the same level. This year, however, there has been no price drop despite weakening demand. According to Gusev, the issue lies not in government measures or the lack thereof, nor in seasonal demand changes, but in the gap between the wholesale and retail markets. The exchange is regulated by the market, while retail price increases are limited by inflation. As long as this situation persists, gas station prices will not directly depend on the exchange....

... deficit. These measures were necessary to prevent an economic crisis and provide stability during a period of global uncertainty, but they significantly increased the overall stock of U.S. debt. These factors increase the debt burden, and structural changes in U.S. economic policy may be needed to stabilize or reduce it. The Impact of the Debt Burden on the Economy and Financial Markets The growing U.S. government debt has a significant impact on the domestic and global economy, causing potential ...

... price of Russian oil below the price ceiling set by the West. The author analyzes the reasons for this phenomenon, its consequences for the Russian economy, and its impact on global energy markets. The material highlights the role of sanctions, market changes, and expert forecasts, focusing on possible strategic steps that Russia may take in response to this situation. Following the unexpectedly sharp drop in global oil prices, the cost of Russian Urals oil is also falling. It may even drop below ...

... guarantees clients receive. Updated List of Systemically Important Credit Institutions: What It Means and Its Implications The Central Bank of Russia has once again approved the list of systemically important credit institutions (SICI) without any changes. The list includes the largest banks in the country, such as Sberbank, VTB, UniCredit Bank, GPB Bank, Sovcombank, Alfa-Bank, Moscow Credit Bank, FC Otkritie Bank, Rosbank, TBank, Promsvyazbank, Raiffeisenbank, and Rosselkhozbank. But what does ...

... of risk management in investing. It involves spreading investments across different assets, which reduces the risk of losses and ensures more stable returns. For Russian investors, diversification is particularly relevant: economic fluctuations and changes in the political environment can impact financial markets. In this article, I will explain how to diversify your portfolio to enhance its resilience and minimize risks. 1. Understand Your Goals and Risk Profile Before you start diversifying, define ...