... in the macroeconomic environment and supports investor optimism. In Russia, an emergency ban on gasoline export continues, aimed at cooling domestic fuel prices during the peak summer demand period. Below is a detailed overview of the key events and trends in the oil, gas, electricity, and other segments of the energy sector as of August 2, 2025. Oil Market: Brent Holds Near Highs, Demand and Risks Support Prices Oil prices wrapped up the week at multi-week highs. The North Sea blend Brent is trading ...

... domestic fuel prices during the peak summer demand period. Additionally, structural changes are becoming evident: Asian countries have transformed into the key market for Russian oil, displacing Europe. Below is a detailed overview of key events and trends in the oil, gas, power generation, and other sectors of the energy complex as of August 3, 2025. Oil Market: Brent Stable at Highs, Demand and Supply in Delicate Balance Global oil prices ended the week near multi-week highs. The North Sea Brent ...

... declining stock levels in major storage facilities. At the same time, European gas storage is filling at record rates, indicating upcoming shifts in consumption. Discussions on these issues are becoming particularly pertinent against the backdrop of global trends, such as the development of renewable energy sources and potential restrictions on gasoline exports. Energy Sector News – Friday, August 1, 2025: Brent Remains Above $72; European Gas Storage at Record Levels At the beginning of August, the ...

... to hundreds of thousands of consumers while simultaneously reducing the carbon footprint and decreasing reliance on fuel prices. Major fuel and oil companies, including operators of oil refineries and coal generation facilities, cannot ignore these trends. Many are already diversifying their businesses by investing in solar, wind, and other forms of alternative energy. Projects like the dual-tower solar power plant enhance market confidence in renewable energy technologies. Looking ahead, the growing ...

... rubles per liter, while AI-95 approached 65 rubles . Over July and the first few days of August, gasoline prices increased by nearly 1 ruble. In the meantime, diesel fuel reached 70.8 rubles/liter , although its growth was noticeably slower. This trend has raised concerns among consumers and stakeholders in the fuel and energy complex (TEC), from motorists to major fuel and oil companies. We will look into the current situation in the oil product market, the factors driving price increases, regulatory ...