.... Thus, rising supply alongside enduring risks of economic slowdown exerts a “cooling” effect on prices. Macroeconomic Factors. For the past week, commercial oil inventories in the U.S. have decreased more than expected, reflecting strong demand and preventing prices from dropping sharply. Concurrently, expectations for a easing of monetary policy in leading economies boost investor interest in commodity assets, including oil. The market is also closely watching the OPEC+ Joint Monitoring Committee (JMMC) meeting on July 28; while the committee lacks the authority to change production quotas, its recommendations and signals could influence short-term price dynamics. Consequently,...

July 30, 2025, became a landmark day for startups and venture investments. Amid the ongoing AI boom, we are witnessing a rapid development of the venture market. Firms operating in the fintech and biotech sectors are attracting increasing attention from investors. We explore how ... ... the region are seeing growth in later rounds and upcoming IPOs, reflecting the dynamics of their rapidly developing digital economies. In just the past few weeks, several Indian startups have closed funding rounds worth tens and hundreds of millions ...

... global summer travel season is driving high demand for gasoline and jet fuel in major economies (U.S., China, etc.). Leading analytical agencies project that global oil consumption... ... against a limit of 9.05 million barrels per day). Similarly, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, and some other countries are exceeding their plans, although certain participants, such... ... production in Venezuela, potentially bringing over 200,000 barrels per day back to the market. Thus, the expansion of supply from OPEC+ and other sources, along with ongoing...

From January 2025, Russian Mir cards will be available for use in Iran, opening up new opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors in both countries. This step will be an important element in the development of economic ties, facilitating financial ... ... currency risks. Favorable Conditions for Exporters: Russian exporters will be able to enhance their presence in the Iranian market by using Mir cards for transactions. This will also streamline operations and simplify accounting, which is particularly ...

The average size of approved mortgage loans for suburban housing in Russia reached 5.679 million rubles, which is 52% more than the 2023 level. The main factors were preferential programs, rising land prices and construction. How government support affects the mortgage market, and what prospects await Russians in the coming years - read in our new analytical material. Growth of Average Mortgage Loans for Country Real Estate in Russia: Reasons, Trends, and Prospects Growth of Average Mortgage Loans: Key Data Since ...