... Market Reaction to Gasoline Export Ban The latest review of the fuel and energy complex highlights key events and trends as of July 26, 2025. The global oil market shows cautious price growth — Brent crude oil is nearing $70 per barrel amid optimism in trade negotiations and coordinated actions by producers. European gas storage facilities continue to fill at record rates, reducing risks for the upcoming winter. In the domestic market of Russia, emergency measures are being implemented to stabilize prices ...

... However, in general, the mechanics of a venture deal always come down to the fact that the investor carefully weighs the risk, negotiates his share and terms, after which the capital is sent in exchange for a part of the company's future success. How to ... ... the business is based on technology, it is important to understand how innovative it is and whether it is protected (patents, trade secrets). Check whether the declared technical advantages are realistic. Sometimes startups exaggerate the capabilities ...

... borrowing costs, investment activity, and consequently, global demand for energy resources. Sanctions and Trade Disputes. The development of sanction policy against Russia (including potential new restrictions from the U.S.) and the progress of U.S. trade negotiations with China, India, and other countries will directly affect global oil and gas supply chains, which could influence prices and availability of energy resources. Economic Growth and Demand. Macroeconomic indicators in key economies—GDP growth ...

... as a Washington satellite, believes the expert. Alexey Grivach, Deputy Director General of the National Energy Security Fund, asserts that the U.S.-EU agreement is primarily a public relations maneuver. “During his previous presidential term, Trump negotiated similar agreements with China. After the tariff war in 2018, Washington and Beijing announced the strengthening of trade cooperation in the energy sector, including U.S. plans for Chinese companies to participate in the construction of an LNG plant in Alaska. But where is that plant now? Meanwhile, China has virtually ceased energy imports from the U.S.,” the expert ...

... develop long-term plans for their procurement. Specifically, Belgrade and Budapest have discussed constructing a pipeline with Russia to transport oil to Serbia. What is the need for this pipeline construction? Hungary and Serbia have held trilateral negotiations with Russia regarding the construction of a new oil pipeline that will eventually connect the two countries and ensure the supply of Russian oil. This was announced by Hungary's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Péter Szijjártó. According to him, the Hungarian company MOL has already submitted a technical and economic justification for the project, and preliminary territorial planning work is actively underway. The physical construction is expected ...