... worldwide are increasingly shifting towards RES, while carbon-intensive industries are compelled to adapt to new realities. For energy sector investors, the “green” trend opens vast opportunities—from participation in solar and wind power projects to modernization of grid infrastructure and energy storage systems. Electricity Sector: Reduced Generation and Rising Tariffs In the electricity sector in Russia, a slight decline in total electricity production has been recorded at the end of the first half of 2025 compared ...

... compared to last year, impacting the revenues of Russian coal producers. Many mining companies are facing profit pressures and optimizing costs. Nevertheless, the government declares support for the sector: projects are being implemented to develop port infrastructure in the Far East and subsidize coal transportation by rail to boost exports to the Asia-Pacific region. In the long run, considering the global trend towards reduced carbon emissions, coal energy in Russia will also strive for modernization and increased environmental sustainability, despite the continued significant role of coal in the energy balance. Renewable Energy: Capacity Growth and Environmental Impact Renewable energy sources (RES) continue to gain momentum both globally ...

... exacerbates geopolitical tensions. The US actively supports its companies in the fields of AI and semiconductors, investing in infrastructure and restricting access for Chinese companies to critical components. However, DeepSeek's success might call the ... ... AI sectors by investors. If DeepSeek manages to create competitive technologies while circumventing restrictions on access to modern chips, it will pose a serious challenge to American tech giants and the global AI industry as a whole. Investors need to ...

... citizen services, positioning itself as a leader in the digital transformation of government administration—such an approach enhances the country's image in the eyes of the IT business and creates additional opportunities for local startups. Digital Infrastructure for Connectivity and Data. For tech companies, the availability of modern networks (broadband internet, 5G, data centers) is essential. The U.S., Europe, and China have well-developed internet infrastructure, enabling seamless scaling of digital services. South Korea is renowned for having the fastest internet and a ...

... significant share in electricity generation and exports. Production by Russian companies remains close to record levels, and under sanctions, the coal industry is actively redirecting to Asian markets. The state supports exporters by developing port infrastructure in the Far East and subsidizing rail transportation to increase supplies to the Asia-Pacific region. In the future, despite the continued significant role of coal, the industry will need modernization and increased environmental sustainability—given the global trend towards reducing carbon emissions. In the medium to long term, coal companies will face increasing challenges in the context of the "green" transition, although ...