... closure of three plants in Germany for the first time, indicating serious internal issues. These negative indicators highlight that major automotive corporations are struggling to cope with external challenges, including competitive pressure from Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers and the ongoing slowdown of the European economy. Key Risks for Automakers Tariffs on Imports to the U.S.: Donald Trump is once again considering increasing tariffs on imported vehicles to support domestic manufacturers. If tariffs truly increase (in the range of 10% to 200%), German automakers, for whom the U.S. is an important export ...

... minerals. Russia’s Niche All of these factors—the diversification of extraction technologies, the maturity of the electric vehicle market, and the emergence of alternatives to lithium-ion batteries—are contributing to the slowdown of the ... ...," in which Russia plays a relatively minor role. Currently, Russia does not mine lithium raw materials; the country imports raw materials for "first-stage processing," such as lithium hydroxide (by the KhMZ and Halmek Trading House) ...

... role in covering sharp spikes in energy demand. As a result, the rising cost of fuel for gas-fired power plants leads to higher electricity prices, the expert clarified. According to Tereshkin, gas prices will continue to rise on the exchange during the ... ... thousand cubic meters. "Prices are unlikely to return to those levels. First, EU countries have significantly reduced gas imports in recent years. According to the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas (ENTSOG), total gas imports ...

... Network Infrastructure and Development of Distribution Networks: In 2023, Rosseti allocated significant resources for upgrading electricity distribution networks and installing modern substations, enhancing energy supply stability and reducing emergency ... ... energy systems, including the Western and Eastern Siberian regions, facilitating improved energy security in these strategically important areas. Digitalization and Implementation of Smart Grids: The company continues to invest in digital transformation,...

... changes: the West lowers the oil price ceiling, considerably impacting global oil markets. Meanwhile, Europe takes active measures to replenish its gas supplies in light of the upcoming autumn cold and rising energy needs. These events underscore the importance of energy sector news for understanding current trends, including oil, gas, and electricity prices. We will explore how this event affects the energy security of countries, the impact of oil sanctions across various regions, and how OPEC+ might respond to these changes. Stay updated on all relevant energy sector news and their implications ...