Russia/CIS
US prisoner release may open way to more talks
An American prisoner was released by Russia yesterday following a visit by a senior Trump administration official
RussiaTariffs on key metals may reignite inflation worldwide
The metal tariff news is being digested by different stakeholders amid the threat of broader tariffs
InternationalEU will struggle to disrupt Russia’s shadow fleet
The EU is mulling new measures to disrupt the activities of Russia’s shadow fleet of oil tankers
RussiaRussian banking sector transformation will continue
Sanctions have forced Russian banks to become more innovative
RussiaUS protectionism dampens near-term commodities demand
Demand for and prices of commodities will struggle amid escalating tariffs, especially if the US dollar stays strong
InternationalInflation will remain key economic concern in Russia
GDP grew by 4.1% in 2024, driven by rapid growth in manufacturing
RussiaTariffs pressure steel and aluminium prices upwards
President Trump has announced tariffs on steel and aluminium and has promised broader tariffs later this week
InternationalChina’s influence over Tajikistan will grow
China has slowly increased its influence over Tajikistan over the past decade
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