The average size of approved mortgage loans for suburban housing in Russia reached 5.679 million rubles, which is 52% more than the 2023 level. The main factors were preferential programs, rising land prices and construction. How government support affects the mortgage ...

... year’s levels or decrease them slightly in 2025 (an expected reduction of less than 1% compared to 2024). Meanwhile, European countries, having filled their gas storages and launched new RES capacities, are scaling back coal-fired generation. After a surge in coal generation during 2022–2023 (when coal temporarily replaced expensive gas), the share of coal in the EU energy system is reverting downward. Nevertheless, coal remains an important energy source in some Eastern European economies – for example, in Poland, the Czech Republic, and Greece – where its share in generation is still significant. In ...

On August 7, 2025, the global energy news center highlights new U.S. pressures on India regarding the export of petroleum products. The escalating geopolitical situation and actions aimed at stabilizing oil prices are becoming critical ... ... the increase will take effect in 21 days. Previously, Trump threatened "three-digit" tariffs (100% or more) against countries purchasing Russian oil if Moscow does not halt hostilities in Ukraine by August 8 — the date Washington has designated ...

... escalating between the USA and China, while the UK struggles with the implementation of Brexit, which may lead to its fragmentation, among other issues. The situation... ... preferred to keep the interest rate at the previous level. Instead of stability, the economies of European states had to face a worsening situation. This impacted not only... ... accelerate manufacturing and improve the economic situation in Europe. Currently, European countries are mirroring the Japanese experience, which is difficult to label as positive...

... affecting key resources such as oil and gas, as well as renewable energy sources. One of the critical developments was the decision to ban gasoline exports, which has generated... ... consequences of this gasoline export ban and its effect on both the domestic and international economies. Energy Sector News, Friday, July 25, 2025: Brent Below $70, Record Gas... ... specialists. Oil Market: Stable Prices Amid Rising Production Oil companies in OPEC+ countries are gradually increasing production in line with the easing of restrictions...