Russia
The latest news, updates and opinions on Russia from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Price of gas soars as Moscow turns off the tapsNews As Russia cuts its gas exports to the EU, the price of natural gas continues to rise. Restricted supplies could see energy rationing and recession in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.
By Alex Rankine Published
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Why petrol prices are higher than in 2008, despite lower oil prices nowBriefings The price of petrol is at an all-time high. Yet despite oil prices being higher in 2008, petrol was cheaper back then. Saloni Sardana explains why.
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Oil shortage starts to curb demandNews The price of Brent crude oil is up by 475% since its March 2020 low. And when oil prices rise, people start to reduce consumption, leading to increased fears of a recession.
By Alex Rankine Published
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Governments will sink in a world drowning in debtCover Story Rising interest rates and soaring inflation will leave many governments with unsustainable debts. Get set for a wave of sovereign defaults, says Jonathan Compton.
By Jonathan Compton Published
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Why are energy prices going up so much?Analysis UK energy prices are going through the roof – and not just here. They are rising all around the world. Saloni Sardana explains what’s going on.
By Saloni Sardana Last updated
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How the West can win Putin’s war on foodOpinion The West could easily make up the shortfall if it let the free market rip, says Matthew Lynn.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Russia ups the ante on Europe's gas suppliesNews Russia's suspension of natural gas to Poland and Bulgaria saw the gas price spike by 24%. A complete shut-off could see it rise by 200%.
By Alex Rankine Published
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Why hackers are increasingly targeting small businesses – and what you can do about itAnalysis Almost half of small businesses were targeted by hackers last year. David Prosser explains what is behind the cyber attacks.
By David Prosser Published
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Why Russian sanctions could make the dollar less attractiveAnalysis The US dollar could lose its appeal if America keeps sanctioning countries like Iran and Russia. Alex Rankine explains why.
By Alex Rankine Published
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