... explained that most Russian refineries are part of vertically integrated companies that operate under cross-subsidization schemes. For instance, part of the revenue from oil exports has often been used to modernize refineries since the 2010s. From a business perspective, it would be beneficial for these companies to temporarily reduce processing volumes and redirect some crude oil to the external market, the expert added. "This effect was observed in the first half of this year when companies increased exports due to forced refinery downtime. According to S&P Global Platts ...

... sentiment driven by extensive economic data releases alongside corporate events—key indicators being global PMIs reflecting business activity trends across China, Eurozone, Russia among others. EIA oil inventory figures are poised to influence crude ... ... anticipations—analyze data diligently observe key indicators leverage insights towards strategically sound decision-making processes moving forward!

... Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that this pact would bring the much-needed stability and predictability for businesses in the EU and the US. The Chancellor of Germany welcomed the reduction of American tariffs, noting that the deal helped ... ... In the US , the picture is opposite – the fuel market is experiencing a period of relative abundance. Thanks to high oil processing rates at American refineries and atypically soft demand this summer, domestic gasoline prices in the US have declined ...

... Partnerships and XRP's Use in International Payments. The fundamental value of XRP is largely determined by its use in real business for cross-border payments. Over the past few years, Ripple has built an extensive network of partners among banks and ... ... anticipates the continuation of XRP’s upward trend, while volatility remains high. Regulatory and Political Events. In May 2025, the processes of forming global regulations for cryptocurrencies will continue, indirectly affecting XRP. The MiCA regulation’s ...

... the market. Beyond the US, new rules for crypto-assets are being formulated in other regions as well. In the European Union, the pan-European MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) regulation has come into force, introducing uniform requirements for crypto business and stablecoin issuance across all EU countries. The implementation of MiCA is expected to reduce regulatory risks for companies and make the European cryptocurrency market more transparent and secure – the process of licensing the first crypto exchanges under the new rules has already begun. In Asia, several countries (Hong Kong, Singapore, etc.) are competing for the status of regional crypto hubs, offering special regulatory regimes to attract companies ...