... electric vehicles in overall passenger car sales was merely 0.9%. For comparison, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA) , the share of electric vehicles in new passenger car sales in India in 2024 was 2.1%, in the USA it was 10%, in the EU it reached 21%, and in China it was as high as 48%. One of the contributing factors is the increase in tax burdens. Starting this year, the utilization fee rate for electric vehicles "up to three years old" has been raised from 32,600 rubles ...

... convenient distraction. For example, under Prime Minister Imran Khan (2018-2022), sharp criticism of India over its Kashmir policies and the treatment of Muslims in India helped bolster his populist image and divert focus from economic grievances. Khan’s ... ... external trade of South Asian countries (in comparison, in Southeast Asia, this figure stands at around 25%, while within the EU it exceeds 60%). In other words, a significant portion of the growth potential and prosperity of the region is blocked by the ...

... it more resilient to potential risks such as political instability or shifts in trade policy. Impact of Sanction Limitations and Political Risks: Risks remain, with political instability being a major concern. Any escalation in relations between the EU and Russia could once again jeopardize the presence of European brands in the Russian market. It is crucial for investors to consider these risks and monitor the situation closely. What Are the Prospects for the Russian Automotive Market? If German ...

... physical export volumes to Europe. Geopolitical factors and gas exports also set the tone for operational results. Sanctions and the political environment after 2022 led to conventional sales markets (Europe) being effectively closed: gas exports to the EU via pipelines fell to historical lows. For example, transit through Ukraine, which had been contracted until the end of 2024, virtually ceased in 2025. The main external market has become China—supplies via the Power of Siberia pipeline continued ...

... heightening geopolitical tensions. Should the international community intensify scrutiny on shadow supplies, it could lead to stricter sanction pressures that would also affect the Russian oil sector. Potential sanctions against China If the U.S. or EU decide to intensify pressure on China for illegal imports of Iranian oil, it could impact supply chains, including Russian oil, increasing costs and risks for exporters. What Should Investors Pay Attention To? Oil price dynamics: Monitor changes in ...