... materials, is similarly high: the extraction of sand, the production of concrete, the delivery of materials to construction sites—all these processes involve significant fuel costs. Therefore, reducing the supply chain and lowering the cost of the process globally affects the cost of many things around us. Often, there are between three and five intermediaries in the chain of traders, sometimes the product passes through up to ten hands, with each one adding their markup. Ultimately, the price of fuel increases, and this growth can exceed 10%. Our platform is situated “at the intersection” between the producer and the final customer, where the final customer can visit, choose a producer by price, and purchase products directly from ...

... more than in May 2021 (147.4 thousand, according to the Autostat agency). The overall recovery of the automotive market coincides with the seasonal increase in demand, one of the indicators of which is the reduction in fuel exports. According to S&P Global Platts, maritime fuel exports from Russia decreased by 480 thousand barrels per day (bpd) from February to May 2024, down to 2.13 million bpd. Another factor in the price rise is the increasing costs for Russian refineries. According to Rosstat, the balance of profits and losses for Russian oil product producers decreased by 15.4% (to 1,202.1 billion rubles) in the first four months of 2024. The share of unprofitable ...

... state. Positive data strengthen the euro and may boost demand for Russian goods. Negative figures could weaken the euro and decrease Russia's export revenues. 4. U.S. Nonfarm Payrolls Report for November (16:30 MSK) This report influences the dollar and global financial markets. Strong data can strengthen the dollar, leading to a weaker ruble and higher import prices. Weak data may weaken the dollar, strengthening the rub Recommendations for Traders and Investors: Monitor macroeconomic indicators from Germany and the Eurozone, as they affect demand for Russian goods and the ruble's exchange rate. Pay attention ...

.... Many corporations are demonstrating revenue and profit growth, often exceeding forecasts. These results support high stock prices and partially justify elevated multiples. Stable macro conditions. Inflation, which surged at the start of the decade, ... ... Federal Reserve has paused interest rate hikes, and expectations of rate cuts make stocks more attractive compared to bonds. Globalization of business. Large U.S. companies derive a significant portion of their revenues from outside the U.S. Thus, market ...

... announce new sanctions against Russia and countries buying Russian oil if a resolution to the conflict with Ukraine is not reached by that time. By increasing production, OPEC+ is not taking on much risk, as this is happening during a still high seasonal global demand for oil, which allows prices to react relatively weakly, argues Gromov from IEF. Furthermore, prices are supported by geopolitical factors: the U.S. signals that additional complications with Russian oil supplies are possible after August 8. The U.S. is attempting to tighten ...