... weakening global economy and the effect of previous high prices encouraging energy conservation. An additional factor is the slowing industrial growth in China, which limits the appetite of the world's second-largest oil consumer. Geopolitical Uncertainty. The ... ... lack of a breakthrough at the U.S.-Russia summit means that sanctions pressure will persist (the EU is simultaneously preparing its 19th sanctions package), supporting a certain "risk premium" in prices. On the other hand, the very fact of ongoing ...

... reliably meet peak consumption periods. These facts underscore that the energy transition is a step-by-step process: alongside record investments in RES, the world will still rely on oil, gas, and coal for some time to ensure stable energy supply for industries and populations. Nonetheless, the long-term trend remains unchanged: each new year brings records for capacity added in renewable energy, increasing its share in the global energy balance. Prospects for Investors and Market Participants in the Fuel and Energy Sector The culmination of news at this moment reflects a multifaceted and dynamic picture of the global fuel and energy sector. Geopolitical ...

... short-term needs are forcing some countries to temporarily revert to traditional hydrocarbons. Below is a detailed overview of key news and trends in the energy sector. U.S. Tightens Sanctions Pressure: Targeting China After India The United States and its allies continue to enhance sanctions pressure aimed at reducing Russia's revenue from energy exports. Following the decision of the Western coalition to lower the price cap on Russian oil from $60 to $47.6 per barrel (the new price cap will come into ...

... Scotland, is intended to cement this trade compromise. The prospect of resolving the dispute supports the European market: despite industrial difficulties, hopes for the swift removal of barriers and ongoing business adaptation have allowed most regional stock ... ... to remain in positive territory. However, caution remains – if the deal collapses at the last moment or proves incomplete, it could return tension to the markets. Asia: Slowdown in China and Political Uncertainty in Japan The Asia-Pacific markets exhibited ...

... peak solar activity anticipated in 2025, the risk of a severe storm is significantly elevated. Scientists are already sounding the alarm: the most powerful flare during the Heliospheric maximum could easily "blackout humanity" – leaving it without light, communication, and essential services. Past experiences – including disruptions in railway and aviation communications, and issues with phone and internet services – show that this is not a mere dystopia. Major industries (aviation, communication, energy, and even agriculture, reliant on GPS for precision farming) could incur billion-dollar losses. Experts estimate that the contemporary economy is exceptionally vulnerable to such "solar strikes." Investors ...