... not on the volume of raw materials extracted but on the revenue from their sale, minus extraction and transportation costs. In practice, however, the revenue used to calculate AIT liabilities is determined based on a fixed discount to Brent prices in global markets. This provides the Ministry of Finance with relatively predictable budget revenues while offering oil companies a more flexible taxation system than MET. Notably, the share of AIT in taxable oil production reached 52%, as cited by Alexander ...

... management reports better-than-expected results (e.g., driven by growth in express delivery or cost reductions) and reaffirms guidance, it could mitigate negative sentiment. However, weak financial results or pessimistic comments (e.g., about slowing global trade) may further pressure shares. Investors should monitor the trend in average daily shipments and plans for optimizing the delivery network. Merck & Co. (MRK) – Report Before Market Open Forecasts: EPS of ~$2.03 (down 11% year-on-year) on ...

... day, and later in the evening, focus will shift to monetary guidelines and the commodities sector. This varied stream of information—from the dynamics of industrial orders and housing prices to consumer sentiment—will help assess the state of the global economy and adjust expectations regarding further central bank actions. At the same time, the corporate earnings season continues, and the results of several major companies will provide context for evaluating market sentiment. Macroeconomic Events ...

... spending, such as retail, automotive, and household goods, may encounter difficulties due to low credit availability and economic slowdown. Conversely, export-oriented sectors such as energy and metallurgy may have greater growth opportunities amidst high global market prices. Inflation in Russia: Current Dynamics and Impact on Business In October, annual inflation stood at 8.54%, compared to 8.63% in September. Although this figure has slightly decreased, short-term trends indicate a rise to 8.56% since ...

... imposed against the trading fleet transporting Russian oil, logistical issues did arise, but they were temporary. "In winter, we observed how our suppliers and carriers adapted to the new sanction conditions. But by early spring, even the largest global agencies began to acknowledge that these sanctions did not have a noticeable impact on the volume of Russian oil supplies to markets. After some decline, shipments began to recover and reached levels comparable to last year," Frolov explains....