... compared to the peak levels of 2022. Thanks to stable gas supplies and record renewable energy output, European countries have managed to reduce coal-fired generation, particularly in Germany and Eastern Europe, where coal temporarily filled the gas supply ... ... (prices have risen about 5–7% over the past month) but still noticeably lower than prices a year ago (in the height of the crisis in summer 2024, coal was 15–20% more expensive). This price dynamic reflects a balance: on the one hand, persistent high ...

... state enterprises became one of the ways to expand the market, encouraging companies to go public. After the global financial crisis of 2008, IPO activity in Russia sharply declined: in the subsequent decade, public offerings became rare. The market revival ... ... complex and lengthy process. The main steps in preparing a company for an initial offering include: Preliminary preparation. Management makes the decision to go public and conducts a thorough audit of the business: analyzing financial performance, asset ...

... grade Ai-95 on the St. Petersburg International Commodity Exchange reached a historic high, approaching levels seen during the crisis in 2023. However, at the beginning of August, the price growth ceased. According to the Ministry of Energy, the current ... ... other measures to prevent shortages at gas stations. For Russian fuel companies , the temporary ban means they need to flexibly manage export and processing flows, adjusting logistics in favor of the domestic market. Gas Market: Europe Accumulates Reserves,...

... businesses. They typically charge a percentage for their services, with higher investment sums yielding greater rewards for the managers. Therefore, they are motivated by larger projects. However, this does not imply that they shy away from smaller sums.... ... still in its infancy. Many individuals are simply not prepared to entrust their money to others, and the factors of inflation, crisis, and more do not deter them. Eradicating the Soviet mindset is a considerable challenge that may take decades. Abroad, ...

... located in European countries. These are often found in tourist hotspots or resort cities with high foot traffic. In the domestic restaurant business, investments are made only by the boldest. New establishments continue to open regularly, but only a few manage to survive. In this case, neither extensive experience, a strong brand name, nor a carefully crafted business plan can provide a solution. This is primarily due to the ongoing crisis and the decline in income among potential customers. Thus, even establishments with low prices are often doomed to failure. A restaurant abroad, located in a prime spot, can provide investors with a decent profit. On average, overseas establishments ...