... dispersing the May Day picnics, resulting in frequent arrests. By the early 20th century, the May Day demonstrations in Russia were gaining scale. Starting from 1897, they began to take on an overtly political character, accompanied by calls not only for economic rights but also for freedom. For instance, in 1901, May Day demonstrations occurred in Petersburg, Kharkov, Tiflis, and other cities under slogans like “Down with autocracy!” and “Long live the republic!”. These demonstrations often resulted ...

... energy resources market, forcing oil traders and processors to account for new risks when planning deliveries. India and China Advocate for Their Interests Major Asian consumers of Russian raw materials are demonstrating their willingness to defend their economic interests despite external pressures. New Delhi publicly asserts that importing oil from Russia is vital for the country’s energy security and has no intention of sharply reducing it. Moreover, the Indian leadership has engaged in a form of ...

... changes in basis points. For example, if the U.S. Federal Reserve raises its key interest rate by 50 basis points, this represents a 0.5% increase. Investors closely monitor interest rate changes, as they affect the availability of credit and the overall economic situation. How Basis Points are Applied in Practice 1. Impact on Bond Yields: Bond yields can be adjusted by just a few basis points, and this can represent a significant change. For instance, if the yield on government bonds increases from 2....

... costs or owned vehicles (such as construction and extraction companies) also face rising cost bases. Thus, high gasoline and diesel prices affect a wide range of sectors, increasing costs and necessitating adaptation (optimizing routes, moving to more economical vehicles, seeking fuel discounts from suppliers, etc.). Global Context: Oil, Gas, and Coal Oil. Global oil prices in 2025 remain relatively high. Despite volatility, Brent quotes in the middle of the year hover between $65 and $75 per barrel,...

... especially those closely linked to U.S. assets. Impact on commodity markets: The closure of commodity exchanges in the US, such as CME Group, leads to reduced activity in oil, gold and other commodity markets, which may affect their prices. Pause in economic news: There are no important economic publications and corporate reports from the US on public holidays, which reduces the flow of information and may affect investment decisions. Preparing for Black Friday The day after Thanksgiving is Black ...