... 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 ...

... million was invested in Russian tech startups—approximately 70% more than a year earlier (but still a fraction of the global market). Local investors are focusing on projects in the fields of artificial intelligence, import substitution, cybersecurity,... ... ecosystem is striving to utilize the global uplift to lay the foundation for future growth, even if it requires more time and internal support.

... 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 ...

... measures. Since late July, a full ban on the export of gasoline and several other petroleum products has been in place (tentatively until August 31) – this emergency measure aims to direct maximum fuel volumes to gas stations and cool the wholesale market. However, the effect has been limited so far: exchange quotations continue to set new highs. As of August 12, the price of AI-95 gasoline at the Saint Petersburg International Commodity Exchange reached ~80,500 rubles per ton – a new historical record. AI-92 gasoline is also nearing the 70,500 rubles/ton mark, matching a two-year high. For comparison, prices on the exchange at the beginning of the year were ...