... raw materials. It is expected that Russia will maintain a trade surplus thanks to energy exports; however, its size may have decreased due to falling oil prices and reduced physical sales volumes. Investors will assess this data in the context of the stability of the ruble and budget revenues: a weaker export flow may increase pressure on the national currency and government finances, while a steady inflow of foreign currency earnings will support economic stability. Sberbank: Russia's largest bank ...

... disproportionately. Gasoline prices have increased despite the government's ban on exports from August 1 to 31. Previously, this ban only applied to traders and small refineries but has since been extended to major producers. “This decision was made to maintain stability in the domestic fuel market during the period of high seasonal demand and agricultural fieldwork,” stated the government decree. On August 8, the Ministry of Energy published a statement on its Telegram channel indicating that the internal ...

... will be announced later in the week, global markets are already pricing in relevant expectations on Monday. Currently, the consensus forecast suggests the Fed will keep interest rates unchanged. A slowdown in inflation in the U.S. and signs of economic stabilization provide grounds for a pause in the tightening cycle of monetary policy. Investors are closely monitoring any comments from Fed representatives, as even hints at potential future changes in policy — for instance, the possibility of resuming ...

On July 28, 2025, a significant day for the cryptocurrency market, Bitcoin reached an all-time high, showcasing growing investor interest and financial stability. Considerable attention is also focused on a new phase of cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, which may impact the future development of the industry. Ethereum is also experiencing a significant surge, fully meeting expectations....

... exchanges and stablecoin issuers in August, striving to become a regional crypto hub. In contrast, mainland China maintains a strict stance: during the summer, regulators urged brokers to cease promoting stablecoins, viewing them as a threat to financial stability. Other countries in the region, such as Japan and South Korea, are gradually opening markets to cryptocurrencies while emphasizing risk control and investor protection. Russia and CIS: In Russia, direct cryptocurrency circulation remains limited ...