... the quality of services so that consumers can receive a stable supply of electricity at affordable prices. 2. Gas supply Gazprom is the largest Russian gas company, and is also a natural monopoly. Gazprom controls the production, transportation, and export of gas from Russia, and its infrastructure includes thousands of kilometers of pipelines. Transporting gas over such long distances and managing a complex network requires significant investment, making competition in this area virtually impossible....

... provided Moldova guarantees full delivery to Transnistria. Romania’s Role Romania could supply electricity to Moldova in case of a blackout, but this raises competing priorities as Romania already supports southern Ukraine. Limited winter energy exports and increased domestic consumption in Romania complicate matters, especially as renewable energy output declines during this period. Conclusion The situation hinges on political and logistical decisions, including Ukraine's stance on transit,...

... and permits re-export, Turkey could profit," Yushkov notes. Nevertheless, Gazprom faces potential losses of up to 25 billion cubic meters of gas, which could necessitate production cuts, affecting the Russian budget due to reduced taxes and export duties. While these losses are smaller compared to the 130 billion cubic meters lost earlier, they remain significant given Russia's budget deficit. LNG Prospects Experts doubt the EU will impose a full ban on Russian LNG in the near term. ...

... Tariffs on Imports to the U.S.: Donald Trump is once again considering increasing tariffs on imported vehicles to support domestic manufacturers. If tariffs truly increase (in the range of 10% to 200%), German automakers, for whom the U.S. is an important export market, might lose a significant portion of their revenues. Declining Demand in Europe: The European automotive market is facing decreased demand against a backdrop of high inflation, economic difficulties, and support policies for local producers....

... Events: 04:15 GMT: China – 1-Year Medium-Term Lending Facility (MLF) Rate Decision China's decision on the 1-year MLF rate is a crucial indicator of its monetary policy stance. A rate cut could stimulate demand for commodities, potentially benefiting exporters. Conversely, a rate hike might signal tightening, affecting global commodity prices. 17:00 GMT: USA – S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index for September This index measures changes in the value of residential real estate across 20 major U.S....