Over the past 10 years, fuel excise taxes have tripled, and in 2025, they are expected to increase by another 15%. What will happen to prices, and how can further growth be avoided? A column by Sergey Tereshkin for RBK Companies. On October 22, 2024, the State Duma passed a package of amendments to the Tax Code in its third reading, which include changes to fuel excise taxes. According ...

... provide hints on what to pay particular attention to in the trading session. Asian Markets: Deflation in China and a Holiday in Japan China: Fresh data indicates a risk of deflation in the world's second-largest economy. As of July, China's consumer price index showed no change year-on-year (0%), while producer prices declined—these figures, released over the weekend, underscore the weakness of domestic demand. On Monday, statistics regarding foreign direct investment are also expected; the dynamics ...

... correction. The overall market capitalization of digital assets remains around record values (approximately $3.7–3.8 trillion), having only slightly retreated from recent peaks. Volatility remains moderate: after profit-taking at the end of last week, prices stabilized, with no sharp price jumps observed. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index still resides in the "greed" zone (averaging the 60s out of 100), reflecting the sustained optimism of participants, albeit slightly diminished from extreme ...

... cannot exclude it," he said (quoted by TASS). According to RBC sources, when the embargo was first suspended in spring, this company was also an active proponent of the measure. At the same time, despite the relative stabilization of market prices, they are still higher than they were at the beginning of June, when gasoline exports were fully resumed. Compared to early summer, the territorial index for AI-92 has risen by 30%, reaching 59,834 rubles per ton, while for AI-95, it has increased ...

... imports, Europe would require major upgrades and new terminal constructions. Cost Considerations: U.S. LNG tends to be more expensive due to higher liquefaction and transatlantic transportation costs. For European consumers, this means increased gas prices. In 2023, U.S. LNG prices in Europe averaged 15-20% higher than Russian LNG prices. Logistical Risks: Transporting LNG from the United States depends on stable shipping routes and significant logistical resources. Higher import volumes may strain ...