Urals crude oil discount reaches highest level since 2023

Summary

Russia's Urals oil blend is sold at a $28 discount to Brent crude, the deepest since April 2023. The discount is attributed to Western sanctions and declining exports to India. State budget revenues from oil and gas fell by 24% in 2025, impacting the government's budget.

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