... impacting Russian companies that depend on resource exports. Open Oil Market enables Russian businesses to monitor and respond to international changes in demand, which can be valuable during times of increased market sensitivity. Though not a major event for U.S. financial markets, Veterans Day brings conditions that can affect trading activity and volatility. For Russian investors, this is an opportunity to carefully consider market conditions, as reduced liquidity can lead to sharp changes across ...

... Ukraine will be extended. A decision on this issue is expected soon, as current contracts are set to expire at the end of December. "Gas prices could rise further from current levels by the end of the season, unless there are any unforeseen events," Skryabin emphasized. At the same time, Tereshkin pointed out that the cost of gas in Europe is still below the multi-year highs reached in 2022 during the peak of the energy crisis. For example, in November 2022, the average gas price ...

... the continent see a decline in rainfall, which may lead to droughts and food shortages. Europe – the impact of La Niña is less pronounced, but it can sometimes cause abnormal temperature fluctuations and precipitation. When Were Previous La Niña Events and What Were Their Outcomes? 2020–2022 – resulted in severe hurricanes in the USA and droughts in South America. 2010–2012 – led to abnormal cold in Europe and snowfalls in the USA. 1998–2000 – triggered severe hurricanes in Australia ...

... entrepreneurs. Advantages of Self-Management According to Sergey Tereshkin, self-management of investments has several advantages: Market Monitoring. Investors keep a close eye on the market, staying updated on all changes. They can anticipate how various events will affect stock prices and their assets. Budget Planning. Investors can withdraw part of their funds from circulation or, conversely, quickly increase their budget to enhance the profitability of their investments. Often, this is crucial to determining ...

... expanding cooperation with Algeria and other North African suppliers. 3. Creating Strategic Reserves and Enhancing Energy Efficiency The European Commission is urging EU member states to actively build gas reserves, which can help stabilize supplies in the event of disruptions. Alongside this, EU countries are developing energy efficiency programs aimed at reducing gas consumption. Improving energy efficiency, especially in the residential and industrial sectors, can significantly decrease reliance on imports....