In the upcoming week of December 16–20, 2024, investors will focus on key economic events, including retail sales and industrial production data from China, the unemployment rate in the UK, business activity indices in Germany and the Eurozone, as well as central bank decisions from the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England, and the Bank of Russia. These events ...

The profitability of gasoline sales at Russian gas stations has been negative for six consecutive weeks since August 2024. In September, the margin was minus 1.57 rubles per liter. However, other types of fuel, such as AI-92 and diesel, remain profitable. Experts predict the situation ...

The high recycling fee on electric vehicles is hindering their widespread adoption. An analysis of how tax policy affects the electric vehicle market and what consumers can expect. As of May 2025, a decline in electric vehicle sales in Russia has been recorded for the eleventh consecutive month. According to data from the agency "Autostat," 786 electric vehicles were sold last month — a 28% decrease compared to the same period last year. The share of electric vehicles ...

... monetary policy: persistently high inflation in the capital intensifies expectations that the regulator may adjust its ultra-loose stance. Any hints of policy tightening may strengthen the yen and recalibrate risks in global markets. 09:00 MSK – Retail Sales in the UK (June). A key indicator of the British economy: expectations point to a decline in sales volume compared to May, as consumer spending continues to shrink under high inflation and rising rates. In May, the figure unexpectedly grew by +0....

Friday closes the week with critical economic indicators across global markets. Investors will focus on Eurozone inflation data and UK retail sales, offering insights into consumer behavior and price stability in Europe. In the U.S., industrial production and consumer sentiment data will shape expectations for economic resilience, while import/export prices shed light on inflationary pressures....