... Additionally, there was a sharp reduction in the Urals-to-Brent discount this year. While the average price gap in the first half of 2023 was $27.3 per barrel, it narrowed to $14.7 per barrel in the first half of 2024, according to calculations by Open Oil Market based on data from the Ministry of Finance and the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA). Consequently, the Ministry of Finance employs a fixed discount of $20 per barrel under the Tax Code, which remains smaller than the actual discount ...

... inflation trends include: Dynamics of the ruble and foreign trade policy. Prices for oil and energy resources. Government regulation of tariffs and taxes. Since 2001, inflation in Russia has exceeded 700%, affecting all key sectors of the economy. Despite market adaptation, the decline in purchasing power remains a significant issue for the population. The future of inflation will depend on macroeconomic policy, the situation in global markets, and the state of the national currency.

... Electrification and gasification of transportation will restrain oil demand in China, with electrification becoming the decisive factor in the long term. This opinion was shared on November 20 in an interview with Izvestia by Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of the OPEN OIL MARKET oil and raw materials marketplace. "In the long term, the key factor will be China's energy transition, which could lead to reduced demand in passenger ground transportation. The share of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids in new passenger ...

While Bitcoin has experienced remarkable price surges in recent years, nothing compares to a well-balanced portfolio that capitalizes on the diverse nature of the cryptocurrency market. While allocating capital across a wide range of financial markets such as bonds, stocks, commodities, and cryptocurrencies is a good starting point, this strategy becomes even more effective when each asset class is further diversified. For ...

... income and reduced risk. In this guide, I will show you how to create a balanced portfolio by including different asset classes, from stocks and bonds to real estate and international funds. Learn how participation in pre-IPO projects, such as Open Oil Market, can complement your portfolio and help you reach your financial goals. How to Diversify Your Investment Portfolio: A Practical Guide What is Diversification and Why is it Important? Diversification is one of the key principles of risk management ...