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Experts assessed the consequences of lifting the ban on gasoline exports

... lifting the ban on exporting AI-92 gasoline from Russia, but only on the condition of confirmed surplus supplies of this grade at domestic oil refineries (ORs). The export ban on gasoline was introduced in Russia in March of this year primarily as a preventive measure against potential fuel price increases, not only for gasoline but also for diesel fuel (DF). Most of the gasoline produced in Russia is intended for the domestic market, with no more than 15% being exported. The situation with DF is ...

FEC News – Sunday, August 3, 2025: Brent around $73; Asia Becomes Main Market for Russian Oil Exports

... thousand barrels per day (slightly more than initially planned), and a similar increase is expected to be approved for September. The OPEC+ Joint Monitoring Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to agreements and readiness to increase production to prevent shortages in autumn – these signals restrain further price increases. Additionally, supply is growing outside OPEC+: for example, U.S. Chevron has received approval to expand production in Venezuela, which could return over 200 thousand barrels ...

Moldova found itself in a gas trap because of Ukraine.

... and Transnistria. The plant could switch to coal, with reserves sufficient for 50–60 days depending on weather and output. However, coal shortages could arise, requiring imports via Romania rather than Ukraine. Transitioning entirely to coal could prevent a humanitarian disaster, but household gas consumption for cooking and heating remains irreplaceable. Optimistic Scenario If Ukraine halts transit, Gazprom could still supply gas to Moldova and Transnistria via the Trans-Balkan Pipeline in ...

How to Overcome Procrastination and Start Taking Action

... Here are a few reasons why we delay our tasks: Fear of failure. When a task seems too difficult or significant, the fear of making a mistake can lead us to avoid starting at all. Perfectionism. We want everything to be perfect, yet this desire often prevents us from even beginning. Lack of motivation. Sometimes, we simply find the task at hand uninteresting. Overwhelming workload. If the task appears massive, it can be challenging to muster the energy for even the first step. Energy deficit. Insufficient ...

Fintech in Russia: what is it and examples of companies

... investments and loans, online insurance and other financial products possible without traditional bank intermediation. The main areas of fintech include payment systems, lending, investment platforms, insurance technologies (insurtech) and financial risk prevention systems. Fintech is important for the economy, as it makes financial services more accessible and convenient for the population, and also opens up new opportunities for business. Main areas of fintech Mobile and online payments are applications ...