... Costs and Opportunities. Explore the possibility of sourcing funds from other avenues, such as subsidies, government grants, or saved funds. This can help reduce the loan amount and lower repayment burdens. Prospects for the Mortgage Market Amidst High Rates Decrease in Housing Market Activity. In light of high rates and limited access to preferential programs, a reduction in the number of transactions in the real estate market is expected. This could lead to a slowdown in housing price growth or even a decrease ...

... increasing costs for Russian refineries. According to Rosstat, the balance of profits and losses for Russian oil product producers decreased by 15.4% (to 1,202.1 billion rubles) in the first four months of 2024. The share of unprofitable companies in oil product ... ... to higher wholesale and retail prices. As a result, the data for June 2024 will show an acceleration in the annual growth rates of retail gasoline prices, which will likely exceed inflation boundaries. Sergey Tereshkin, CEO of the oil products ...

... In Q2 2025, Brent oil prices were stable within the range of $70–80 per barrel (lower than the previous year's level), so a decrease in profitability relative to the peaks of 2024 is expected. Nevertheless, effective cost management and stable production ... ... – one of the largest commercial banks in the UK (formerly known as RBS). The Q2 report will demonstrate how high interest rates and the state of the UK economy are impacting NatWest's profitability. The Bank of England's rate increase to its highest ...

... cigarette sales volumes. Q2 financial results are expected to be moderately positive: consensus estimates an earnings of about $1.38 per share compared to $1.31 a year earlier, with revenue at ~$5.19 billion. The company continues to compensate for the decrease in smokers by raising prices. Meanwhile, Altria is betting on smoke-free products (NJOY e-cigarettes, on! nicotine pouches), attempting to solidify its position in the alternatives segment – their sales are growing at double-digit rates. Investors will monitor whether the company has managed to slow down the decline in traditional cigarette sales and how new products are performing. Altria’s shares are viewed as "defensive," so no sharp movements are anticipated, but ...

... activity in the oil and gas sector. An increase in rig count suggests higher oil production, potentially pressuring prices. A decrease could lead to rising oil prices, benefiting exporters like Russia. Speeches by Central Bank Representatives (Bowman, ... ... Reserve) Comments from Federal Reserve officials may offer clues about monetary policy plans. Statements regarding potential rate adjustments will prompt reactions in currency and stock markets. Detailed Analysis of Key Corporate Events on Friday, December ...