A Polycrisis Across Europe: Energy, Inflation, and Integration
Across Europe, economies have contended with a sudden and daunting set of pressures that together feel like a perfect storm for the…
Flight Delays and Weather Impacts Across Moscow Airports
On December 18, a winter weather event impacted air travel in Moscow, with more than 170 flights at Vnukovo, Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, and…
Europe’s energy strain and LNG market shifts pose global implications
Europe has already absorbed a colossal economic cost from phasing out Russian gas during the Ukraine crisis. Independent calculations cited by…
Moldova Expands Gas Interconnections to Reduce Dependence on Moscow
Moldova is currently able to receive fuel through Romania’s gas transmission corridor after Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Spinu signaled a move…
New Year’s grocery costs up nearly 40% in Ukraine as Olivier salad prices surge
A Ukrainian news outlet reports that the price tags on items for the New Year’s table rose markedly, with the overall cost climbing by roughly…
Frozen ready meals see sharp decline as households tighten budgets
According to the latest data captured over eleven months, sales of frozen ready meals declined by 21.4 percent compared with the same period…
Expanded Trends in Semi Finished Meat Products and Consumer Convenience
Recent market observations indicate a shift in consumer behavior among Russians who increasingly favor semi finished products over visiting…
VTB Enables Iranian Rial Transfers via Bank Details
VTB has begun handling transfers in Iranian rials by using bank details, marking the bank as a pioneer in offering this service to clients…
Rogov Comments on ZNPP Security Measures and Legal Framework
The president of Russia has enacted a law that grants immunity from administrative liability for non-gross violations in the nuclear energy…
New Year Spending Trends in Russia: Budget Pressures and Consumer Behavior (2022-2023)
In 2022, Russian households allocated a notable amount to festive staples such as mayonnaise, crab sticks, red caviar, and tangerines. The…