Russia & Toyota

Russia: Russia is gaining from the Iran war due to increased fossil fuel prices, and the US decision to extend a sanctions waiver for Russian seaborne oil has caused tension within the G7.

Toyota: Toyota has warned of a significant financial hit of $4.3 billion due to the mounting toll of the Iran war, impacting its profitability.

Russia: Russia experienced a drone attack on an oil terminal in United States — St. Petersburg, Florida by Ukraine, causing a fire. This attack occurred just before an international economic forum, causing embarrassment for President Vladimir Putin.

Toyota: Toyota, a long-standing leader, has been surpassed by SoftBank Group and briefly by Kioxia in market value, indicating a shift in Japan's most valuable companies.

Russia: Russia is a major oil producer that may benefit from higher prices, but its exports are also affected by the conflict and sanctions.

Toyota: Toyota shares fell.

Russia: Russia has faced strikes on its energy sites from Ukraine and has accused Ukraine of attacking the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, indicating an escalation in the conflict.

Toyota: Toyota>>> was surpassed by SoftBank Group>>> as Japan's most valuable listed company.

Russia: Russia is watching the conflict and may benefit from higher oil prices, but it is not directly involved in the Hormuz negotiations.

Toyota: Toyota is an automaker, not directly affected.