... experiencing acute shortages, although regional differences persist. In some developing countries (such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, and several African states), high prices for imported fuel create tension – authorities are forced to subsidize gasoline for the public to avoid social discontent. Meanwhile, in the Middle East and India, oil refining is hitting record highs: local refineries, focused on exporting diesel and jet fuel, are operating at maximum capacity, saturating the global market with products. On the other hand, structural changes in the sector – such as the closure of several outdated refineries in Western Europe and the U.S. (including conserving some capacities in California) – create risks of local supply reduction ...

... largely depend on Gazprom's gas due to previously signed contracts. Political disagreements within the EU are manifested in public statements by leaders of these states—for example, Budapest has indicated that if a ban on Russian gas is enacted at ... ... The energy sectors enter the second half of 2025 in a state of relative balance, but with clear signals of future changes: Oil Market: remains relatively stable due to producers' coordination but is sensitive to economic risks and potential sanctions-related ...

... indirectly contributing to XRP’s appeal to corporate users. There are also rumors that Ripple is considering an IPO (initial public offering) after resolving legal issues—such an event would attract even more attention to the XRP ecosystem. Collectively,... ... XRP, enhancing the chances for an increase in the token's value. Key Events and Expectations for May 2025 May Volatility and Market Expectations. Historically, May can be a fairly volatile month for cryptocurrencies (“sell in May and go away” – ...

... substantial factor in the growing debt. Infrastructure and Economic Support: Investments in infrastructure such as roads, bridges, public transport, and energy systems are essential for competitiveness but add to budget costs. Healthcare: Healthcare expenditures,... ... economic crisis but significantly expanded the U.S. debt, emphasizing the need for potential structural reforms. Economic and Market Impacts of the Growing U.S. Debt The record-high U.S. debt level has far-reaching effects on the domestic and global economy,...

... sharper decline in prices within this asset category compared to other segments of the crypto market. What does this mean for the market? Loss of trust. The situation surrounding DeepSeek may dampen investor interest in AI-related crypto projects. Increased ... ... company DeepSeek has introduced its new language model, DeepSeek V3, which is now open, powerful, and accessible to the broader public. The model has already garnered worldwide recognition, achieving the number one spot on the App Store in the US, UK, UAE,...