... floating gas storage tanker for loading from the LNG plant "Portovaya" near St. Petersburg. Although these technical maneuvers are driven by sancion limitations (against the Russian gas shipping fleet), they do not significantly impact the European market — the volumes are relatively small. Nevertheless, the contract between Russia and the Lithuanian operator for transit to Kaliningrad expires at the end of the year, and experts do not rule out that Moscow may fully transition to autonomous LNG ...

....4 billion cubic meters, marking the highest monthly volume in the past three years. This was facilitated by a mild winter, decreased demand, and high liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. In June, around 12 billion cubic meters of LNG arrived on the European market, mainly from the U.S., Qatar, and other exporters, which is also a record for a summer month. Thanks to high reserves and diversification of supply, gas prices in Europe are relatively stable in summer 2025. Prices at the TTF hub are significantly ...

... simplified registration process and exemption from profit tax for companies operating outside the state. Overall, however, the tax environment in the U.S. remains complex and relatively expensive for businesses, which is partially offset by a large market and access to capital. The European Union and specific countries in Europe have improved conditions for startups through special regimes. For example, France actively supports tech companies: the government launched co-funding programs for innovation and provides tax incentives ...

... quarter, funding volumes for European startups almost unchanged compared to the first quarter, staying below the peaks of 2024. Against the backdrop of declining large late rounds, Europe’s share of global venture capital has shrunk. Nevertheless, the European market demonstrates stability and significant deals across various sectors. For instance, in the second quarter, one of the largest rounds was secured by the Turkish gaming company Dream Games – approximately $1.25 billion for mobile game development....

... tariffs from August 1. The meeting between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President Donald Trump, scheduled for Sunday in Scotland, is intended to cement this trade compromise. The prospect of resolving the dispute supports the European market: despite industrial difficulties, hopes for the swift removal of barriers and ongoing business adaptation have allowed most regional stock indices to remain in positive territory. However, caution remains – if the deal collapses at the last moment ...