... demand. For Russia, as a major oil exporter, this context signifies a solid flow of export revenue and a high export price parity for fuel. In other words, the external gasoline price (based on oil prices and currency exchange rates) is rising, pulling internal prices along, especially with a weakened dampener. Concurrently, high oil prices sustain the revenues of oil companies, partly compensating for their limitations in the domestic fuel market. Gas. The natural gas market follows its own trends. European gas prices stabilized in 2025 after crisis peaks in 2022, and domestic Russian prices remain comparatively low for end consumers due to state regulation. Therefore, the increase in gasoline ...

... businesses are launching new funds and support programs to stimulate technological projects in the region. At the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2025, the PSB Bank venture fund was announced with partners (volume ~12 billion rubles) to finance ... ... companies and freely withdraw capital. This should invigorate the influx of foreign capital and integrate the local venture market into global processes. While venture market volumes in the region are modest, the groundwork for future growth is being ...

... energy security — including the introduction of new storage targets and potential restrictions on imports of Russian gas, which are being discussed at the political level. Fuel Market in Russia: Stabilization Measures and Price Reaction The domestic market for petroleum products in Russia is currently experiencing a tense situation due to rising gasoline and diesel prices. In July, exchange prices for automobile gasoline at the Saint Petersburg International Commodity Exchange reached historical highs (the AI-95 grade exceeded 75,000 rubles/ton), creating additional pressure on independent gas stations and consumers. The causes are a combination of seasonal factors — high summer demand (including ...

... human error. Wide Selection and Access to New Markets The traditional model restricts companies to local suppliers and partners, limiting choice. B2B marketplaces provide access to a wide range of goods and services from suppliers nationwide and even internationally, opening opportunities for business expansion and market entry. Flexible Payment and Financing Terms Many B2B platforms, such as Open Oil Market, offer buyers the option to purchase products in installments or with credit. This facilitates financial flow management, reduces the burden on working capital,...

... 2025: Level 1: $4,718.89 Level 2: $4,414.45 Level 3: $4,059.26 S&P 500 futures ($ES) briefly lost up to 4.67%, approaching the first halt level. This indicates a high risk of reaching subsequent thresholds if the news environment worsens. Causes of the Market Decline Geopolitical Tensions Increasing international conflicts and trade barriers are heightening uncertainty in the markets. Inflationary Pressures Publication of CPI and PPI data in the U.S. showed accelerating inflation, intensifying expectations for tighter Federal Reserve policies. Earnings ...