Group 1 - The Russian government announced a temporary ban on gasoline exports from September 1 to September 30 to stabilize the domestic market, affecting all exporters including oil product producers and non-producers [1] - This is not the first time Russia has imposed gasoline export controls; since March 1, 2025, Russia has not exported any gasoline, and the new ban extends the previous restrictions by one month [3] - Although Russia is a major oil producer and exporter, it primarily exports unrefined crude oil, with refined gasoline prioritized for domestic supply [3] Group 2 - The export ban is unlikely to significantly impact Russia's foreign exchange earnings in the short term, but rising domestic gasoline prices may lead to public dissatisfaction due to supply shortages [5] - Since early 2025, the price of 92-octane gasoline in Russia has increased by approximately 38%, while 95-octane gasoline has risen by about 49%, with occasional shortages reported in regions far from oil production areas [6] - According to recent data from the St. Petersburg International Commodity Exchange (SPIMEX), gasoline prices in Russia have started to decline from previous highs, and normal supply and export are expected to resume on October 1 [6]