As per the investment program for 2020, the overall amount of investments will be RUB 1,104.724 billion, which is RUB 217.858 billion less than was envisaged in the revised investment program for 2019. Of the amount earmarked for 2020, RUB 933.403 billion is intended for capital investments, RUB 89.972 billion for the acquisition of non-current assets, and RUB 81.349 billion for long-term financial investments.
It was noted at the meeting that the company remains committed to a well-balanced financial strategy. Gazprom's budget for 2020 was drafted on the basis of conservative macroeconomic indicators. Funds were set aside to cover additional costs in case of unfavorable developments in the global gas market and international capital markets.
Particular attention was paid to reducing operating and investment costs at Gazprom and its subsidiaries. The decision on the scope of the Borrowing Program took into account the need to keep the debt burden at a comfortable level. This approach allows Gazprom to maintain a high level of financial sustainability.
The main investments under Gazprom's investment program for 2020 cover the company's priority projects of strategic importance, including the development of the gas production centers in the Yamal Peninsula and eastern Russia, the gas transmission system in the northwest of the country, further construction of the Power of Siberia gas pipeline, and projects securing gas balance in peak periods.
