... Soviet era, were geared toward producing diesel for supplying heavy and freight vehicles across the USSR, which led to a surplus in the domestic market after 1991 that was used for export. At the same time, Russian diesel has remained competitive in international markets. According to the Federal Customs Service, in 2021, 75% of the export of summer diesel fuel went to EU countries, while only 27% of the export of AI-92 gasoline went there. After the EU imposed an embargo in February 2023, Russian diesel producers ...

... planning. It is especially important not to succumb to the temptation of taking loans for short-term gains. I am convinced that sustainable growth is only achievable with a balanced debt load, a prudent approach to investments, and maximizing the use of internal resources. I hope that companies will manage their finances wisely and maintain resilience despite external challenges. Pre-IPO of the independent B2B marketplace for petroleum products and raw materials OPEN OIL MARKET

... rising hydroelectric output (+22% year-on-year in July 2024) and development of renewables (+14% over the same period). The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts that global coal power generation will begin to gradually decline after 2025 as new ... ... on buyers of Russian energy resources – introduce new risks and necessitate a reconfiguration of trade flows. Concurrently, market mechanisms continue to operate: OPEC+ balances increasing supply with demand, while consumers and businesses adapt to ...

... stabilization led to increased shipments. Continuous supplies from Brazil and Ethiopia supported the positive trend in the global market. Robusta: Robusta exports, primarily used for instant coffee production, grew by 3.3%. Despite decreased exports from Vietnam,... ... prices. Price Increases: Causes and Effects Simultaneous with the export increase, coffee prices have surged dramatically. The International Coffee Organization (ICO) composite price index reached 237.05 cents per pound in July 2024, representing a 48.9% ...

... and a strengthening of the euro. The DAX, CAC40, and FTSE100 indices gained slightly over the week – the easing of tariff risks has offset the impact of high rates and weak external demand. Asia: Stimulus in China and Sustained Growth in India Asian markets are showing mixed dynamics, reflecting the contradictions between internal issues and an improving external backdrop. In China, signs of economic slowdown are evident: the industrial PMI in July fell below 50 again (to about 49.5), signaling a contraction in manufacturing activity for the second consecutive month. Weak ...