... in this situation, it is essential to reduce the expenses of oil companies. This includes, in particular, lowering railway tariffs. According to analysts from OPEN OIL MARKET, eliminating the current asymmetry in railway tariffs could become a key measure to curb fuel prices. By equalizing rates for the transportation of coal and petroleum products, it would be possible to offset the impact of rising excise taxes. However, tariff adjustments should be implemented alongside other measures to ...

The Ministry of Economic Development and the Central Bank of Russia have agreed to conduct a joint analysis and optimization of investment programs of natural monopolies. These measures are aimed at increasing the efficiency of using funds in key sectors of the economy, such as energy, transport and communications. In this article, we will discuss the reasons and goals of the initiative, as well as what changes await infrastructure ...

... global oil market shows price stability, with Brent oil continuing to trade below the $70 per barrel mark. Gas storage in Europe is being filled at record rates, reducing risks for the upcoming winter season. In the domestic market of Russia, decisive measures are being discussed to stabilize prices for oil products , including a complete ban on gasoline exports starting August 1. We will also look into the situation in the coal industry, developments in renewable energy sources (RES) , electricity ...

... forecasts. Detailed Review of Global Energy Sector News for Monday, August 18, 2025: Oil, Gas, Coal, Electricity, Renewables, and Fuel Price Stabilization. Analysis of Key Events, OPEC+ Decisions, the Sanctions Dialogue between the U.S. and Russia, and Measures by the Russian Government to Regulate the Fuel Market. At the start of the new week, relevant events in the fuel and energy sector (FES) attract investors' attention with a combination of geopolitical and market factors. The results of the recent ...

... Investor Forecasts. Current events in the fuel and energy complex (FEC) as of August 13, 2025 attract investor attention due to their ambiguity. Geopolitical tensions continue to escalate: Washington is expanding its sanctions pressure and hints at measures against China following India. Simultaneously, global oil prices remain relatively stable in the mid-$60 range per barrel, reflecting a balance between risks and OPEC+ efforts. In Russia, exchange prices for petroleum products have reached historic ...