... agreements, but Gazprom's overall export profile is now much more Asian-oriented. The domestic market for Gazprom remains stable but regulated: domestic gas prices are indexed roughly to the level of inflation, and in 2025 there was also a scheduled tariff increase (about 5–7% in mid-year). This supports revenue in the domestic market, although margins within Russia are traditionally lower than export ones. At the same time, the ruble's exchange rate played a dual role. In the first half of 2025,...

... note. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose by about 0.5% over the final sessions, bouncing back from external risk concerns. The main news was the agreement reached between Washington and Brussels, which allowed for the avoidance of new elevated US tariffs on EU goods starting August 1. This move has eased the situation in global trade: the threat of a large-scale tariff war looming over European manufacturers (especially in the automotive sector) has receded. Shares of major European automakers ...

... prices rather than chase the market at its peak. Trade Wars, Inflation, and Fiscal Risks At the shareholders' meeting, Buffett also touched upon macroeconomic risks that reinforce his cautious stance. He stated that protectionist trade policies and tariffs could severely harm the global economy: “trade should not be used as a weapon.” The increase in U.S. tariffs and retaliatory measures from other countries essentially ignites trade wars, which Buffett describes as a direct “act of war” ...

... agricultural business owners can qualify for government support, such as preferential loan conditions and compensation. The government may also cover part of certain loans. Support for domestic producers. When exporting agricultural products, minimal tariffs are imposed, and in some cases, none at all. Meanwhile, a tariff of 40-60% is applied to imported products. This approach supports Russian agriculture and encourages companies to engage in local production. Investment in land. When purchasing ...

... convinced of its serious ramifications not only for the U.S. and China but also for other countries. The economies of numerous nations are tightly linked to both America and China. Any changes in this dynamic are quickly reflected in the market. Increased tariffs could lead to a drop in the stock prices of American companies by at least 5%. For Chinese firms, the decrease in value could exceed 10%. However, changes may not only affect the stock market. Trade wars adversely impact overall investment strategies ...