... barrels per day, with a similar increase expected in September. This continues a trend from previous months—OPEC+ has eased restrictions monthly from April to July, leading to an increase in global commercial oil and product reserves. Slowing Demand. Growth rates of global oil consumption are declining. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has revised its demand growth forecast for 2025 to about 0.7 million barrels per day (down from over 2.5 million in 2023). Even OPEC's current estimates are more modest—around ...

... investors in the electricity sector, rising tariffs represent potential revenue increases for energy supply and generating companies, although the government remains vigilant to ensure that tariff policies do not stoke overall inflation or hinder economic growth. Geopolitics and Energy Resource Trade: Restructuring Global Flows Geopolitical factors continue to exert significant influence on global energy resource trade, causing a redistribution of oil, gas, and coal flows between regions. One notable phenomenon is the sharp decrease in energy commodity turnover ...

... AI startups. In July 2025, Russia also eased regulations for foreign investors: they were allowed to acquire shares in domestic companies and freely withdraw funds. These steps are aimed at reviving international investments and integrating into the global venture capital market. While the scale of the venture market in the region is still relatively modest, the groundwork for future growth is gradually being laid. Investors are shifting their attention towards more mature projects with proven business models, while the government is expanding support through the development of IT education, accelerators, and special tax regimes. ...

... current fuel market situation, and the prospects for energy development in Russia and the world. Energy Sector News – Saturday, August 2, 2025: Brent around $73; Russia restricts gasoline exports to stabilize prices By the beginning of August, the global fuel and energy sector demonstrates stability and moderate growth. Oil prices remain at a high level: the North Sea Brent mark is holding around $73 per barrel (the highest since late June) amid ongoing geopolitical risks and high seasonal demand. The European gas market feels relative calm due to record injection ...

... per day; a comparable increase is expected in September. This continues the trend of the previous months – from April to July, restrictions were gradually eased, leading to an increase in global oil and petroleum product inventories. Slowing Demand Growth: The pace of global oil consumption is decreasing. The International Energy Agency (IEA) has revised its demand growth forecast for 2025 down to around 0.7 million barrels per day (compared to over 2.5 million in 2023). Even OPEC's estimates have become more cautious ...