... globally. How Have Sanctions Affected the Russian Economy? Despite unprecedented sanctions measures, the Russian economy has shown growth. In 2024, Russia's GDP increased by 4%, making the country the largest economy in Europe and the fourth largest in the world, surpassing Germany and Japan. However, sanctions have led to: Reconstruction of logistics chains; Accelerated import substitution; Growth of domestic production; Abandonment of Western technologies in several key sectors. These changes have created ...

... respective regions. Additionally, a range of important macroeconomic indicators will be released (industrial orders in Germany, PMI business activity in Canada, oil inventory statistics in the U.S.), reflecting economic conditions in various parts of the world. Finally, the ongoing corporate earnings season continues in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Russia, with results from some of the largest publicly traded companies included in the S&P 500, Euro Stoxx 50, Nikkei 225, and the Moscow Exchange index, providing ...

... representatives of the financial sector. Equifax, one of the leading credit bureaus, reflects the state of consumer credit and household economies. Investors will analyze Equifax’s revenue growth from credit checking services against demand for loans. Synchrony ... ... confidence among American consumers, while rising reserves for defaults might alarm the market. PACCAR (PCAR) – one of the world's leading truck manufacturers (brands include Kenworth, Peterbilt, etc.). The PACCAR report is interesting as a gauge of ...

... streaming services, although Charter’s active investment in networks and services brings partial success. Coca-Cola Co. – the world beverage producer demonstrated resilience in consumer demand. For Q2, Coca-Cola’s revenue grew by about 8% compared to ... ... HDFC Bank – India’s largest private bank demonstrated sustained high growth, reflecting the dynamic development of emerging economies. For the quarter ending June, HDFC's net income grew by approximately 5% year-on-year. The bank's loan portfolio expanded ...

... rise, surpassing the $72 per barrel mark. This event draws the attention of specialists and analysts due to its impact on the economies of countries dependent on energy resources. Furthermore, the export of gasoline from Russia is experiencing restrictions,... ... energy complex, the specifics of the current fuel market situation, and the prospects for energy development in Russia and the world. Energy Sector News – Saturday, August 2, 2025: Brent around $73; Russia restricts gasoline exports to stabilize prices ...