... price plummeted by approximately 5%. This left many wondering whether it was a crash or a correction. The situation was exacerbated by issues related to contaminated oil being transported via pipeline to Europe. Many consumers swiftly began to reject fuel deliveries due to the high costs associated with its purification. Oil producers were forced to take action, but this led to another drop in the price of "black gold." Following this, the ruble also depreciated. What should consumers expect?...

... Imports of Russian oil and petroleum products into the EU have virtually ceased due to the existing embargo, while pipeline gas deliveries have been lowered to minimal volumes. The European Union is actively developing infrastructure for receiving LNG (new ... ... approaches winter with record reserves, alleviating concerns of sharp price surges. In Russia, heightened state regulation of the fuel market is underway — likely, such "manual control" measures will become the norm in the near future to prevent ...

... payment scheme. This will allow Europeans to circumvent US sanctions, which since December 20 could, in effect, stop Gazprom's fuel supplies to the EU both through Ukraine and the "Turkish Stream." What kind of scheme is Russia offering? President ... ... on December 20, 2024. This would make it impossible for European companies to pay Gazprom for gas supplies. As a result, gas deliveries from Russia to the EU would have to stop completely, both via Ukraine and the "Turkish Stream." This would ...

... traveling to and from the south. Additionally, the sowing season took place in September and October. All this resulted in delays in deliveries to southern regions such as Krasnodar Krai and Rostov Oblast. Currently, if some refineries are under maintenance,... ... refineries is only possible with the efficient operation of Russian Railways (RZD) in transporting oil products. Stabilizing the fuel market and preventing a repeat of last year’s fuel crisis are now among the government’s priorities. Maintaining transportation ...

... choose optimal timing for contracts. Declining Demand Amid Economic Uncertainty Economic instability and decreasing global demand for energy resources are restraining price growth. For large consumers, this means the ability to secure contracts for oil deliveries under fixed terms, allowing them to plan expenditures and reduce volatility risk. Seasonal Inventory Accumulation Seasonal factors also influence prices. During the winter period, fuel demand typically increases, but current inventories in the U.S. may prevent sharp price spikes, benefiting all buyers and investors focused on risk reduction and price stability. Recommendations for Buyers and Investors For Buyers: Planning and Price ...