... hopes for an increase in global demand for energy. In particular, the discussed easing of tariff disputes between the US and EU eliminates the threat of economic slowdown, which in turn supports oil consumption. Additionally, supply constraints persist: ... ... countries) and pressure factors (economic slowdown and potential increases in non-OPEC supplies, for example, in the event of sanctions relief). The precious metals market continues to show high activity. Gold remains near historical highs, although its ...

... as Hungary, continue to rely heavily on Gazprom's gas due to previously signed contracts. Political disagreements within the EU are manifested in statements by leaders of these states—for instance, Hungary has indicated that, in the event of a EU-wide ... ... the bloc's unified stance on energy security. Overall, there is a transformation of global energy trade under the influence of sanctions, trade disputes, and strategic decisions made by countries. Although the current pricing environment for oil, gas, and ...

... prepared for these requirements and declared that USDC has become the first major stablecoin compliant with MiCA regulations in the EU. This has allowed the company to maintain and expand access to the European market without disruptions for users. Additionally,... ... licensing and partnership news bolster confidence that USD Coin complies with legislation and is less susceptible to sudden bans or sanctions. Consequently, the price of USDC remains stable; investors do not expect the token to vanish from markets due to regulatory ...

... Iranian sanction circumvention schemes are heightening geopolitical tensions. Should the international community intensify scrutiny on shadow supplies, it could lead to stricter sanction pressures that would also affect the Russian oil sector. Potential sanctions against China If the U.S. or EU decide to intensify pressure on China for illegal imports of Iranian oil, it could impact supply chains, including Russian oil, increasing costs and risks for exporters. What Should Investors Pay Attention To? Oil price dynamics: Monitor changes in ...

... 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 redirected their supplies to Turkey, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, and ... ... decreased by 34%. This is partly due to damage to refinery infrastructure from Ukrainian drone attacks and unplanned downtime due to sanctions on equipment supplies for oil refining. The losses of oil producers are partly compensated by budget subsidies under ...