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BUSINESSSep 30Russian police reportedly investigate organizer of canceled Kanye West concerts in St. Petersburg for possible fraudPolice are looking into possible fraud involving Moscow-based Say Agency, which was organizing concerts in Russia for rapper Kanye West, also known as Ye, Kommersant reported, citing an anonymous source.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 29Europe businesses are paying for Russia hybrid war – POLITICOEuropean businesses are reportedly bearing the costs of Russia's hybrid warfare, according to Politico. This highlights the economic consequences of geopolitical conflict on a regional business landscape.politico.eu · United States
BUSINESSSep 29Europe’s businesses are paying for Russia’s hybrid warThe continent is finally naming Moscow's gray-zone aggression for what it is. Now it has to deal with the bill.Politico Europe
BUSINESSSep 28Distrust, precarity… In Russia, more and more savers are withdrawing their money from banksLe montant de monnaie en liquide ne cesse de progresser depuis le début de l’année. Alors que les rumeurs d’une mobilisation se propagent, un tel indicateur révèle notamment le niveau de confiance de la population envers ses dirigeants.Le Figaro International
BUSINESSSep 28Bloomberg: Hungary’s OTP Bank considers a full Russia exit as regulators review its purchase of Baltic lender LuminorHungary’s OTP Bank is considering a complete exit from Russia, Bloomberg reported. The bank has continued operating there since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, but its Russian business could hinder approval of its planned purchase of Baltic lender Luminor Bank.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 27Russia's finance ministry raises taxes to bolster Putin's military budgetMore frequent long-range strikes by the Ukrainian armed forces on strategically important targets, as well as growing spending to counter these attacks, are further deepening Russia's budget deficit.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 25EDF faces legal action over France’s continuing nuclear ties with RussiaFrance’s continuing reliance on Russia for part of its nuclear fuel cycle is facing a new legal challenge, with Greenpeace seeking to force French state electricity company EDF to address the environmental, health and human rights implications of its dealings with Russian state nuclear group Rosatom.RFI [en]
BUSINESSSep 25Raising taxes on passive income could bring Russia’s budget an additional 700 billion rubles a year, economist saysApplying Russia’s progressive personal income tax to income from deposits, dividends, investments, and property sales could bring the budget roughly 500–700 billion rubles in additional revenue a year, economist Dmitry Polevoy estimated.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 25Russia Expands Flagged Fleet as Sanctioned Tankers Seek ShelterRussia is expanding its flagged fleet as tankers impacted by sanctions seek refuge. This indicates ongoing efforts by Russia to circumvent international sanctions, impacting global shipping and trade.slguardian.org · Sri Lanka
BUSINESSSep 24Average household utility rates in Russia are expected to rise 11% in July 2027, up from the 8.7% increase authorities previously projectedRussia’s Economic Development Ministry forecasts an average 11% increase in utility rates on July 1, 2027. It projects average increases of 8.6% on July 1, 2028, and 7.6% on July 1, 2029.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 24Russia plans higher taxes on passive income and foreign online purchases as budget deficit continuesRussia’s Finance Ministry has submitted a draft 2027 budget, along with spending plans for 2028 and 2029, to the government.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 23Russia has 2.5 trillion rubles more cash in circulation than at the start of the year. The central bank wants lenders scrutinizing where it comes from.The Bank of Russia will issue new recommendations asking banks to look more closely at where their clients’ cash comes from, said Bogdan Shablya, head of the central bank’s Financial Monitoring and Foreign Exchange Control Service.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 23Russian units of Auchan, Nestlé, Lemana PRO (formerly Leroy Merlin), and FM Logistic get new executives under Putin-ordered temporary controlManagement has changed at the Russian operations of all four foreign companies whose assets Vladimir Putin placed under temporary control by decree.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 23Trump’s Russia tariffs could threaten to deepen Europe’s LNG squeezeThe European Commission has said it will work with Washington to make sure that as little disruption as possible will come from the latest tariffs against Russian energy announced by Donald Trump.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 22Indian refiners seek alternatives to Russian oil amid US sanctions Law — BloombergIndian oil refiners currently negotiating crude oil supplies for November may reduce purchases from Russia following the enactment of a US sanctions law that threatens to impose new tariffs.Ukrinform [en]
BUSINESSSep 22Indonesia presses ahead with Russian oil imports despite ‘real risk’ of US penaltiesIndonesia plans to press ahead with discounted Russian crude oil imports to secure domestic energy supplies and manage fiscal pressures, despite the risk of higher US tariffs as Washington moves to tighten economic pressure on Moscow. On Friday, US President Donald Trump signed into law an act that would give him authority to impose sanctions on Russia and slap tariffs of up to 100 per cent on the top five buyers of Russian crude oil, gas and military equipment, or countries that help Moscow...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 22Moscow’s asset seizures unnerve Japanese companies in RussiaMore than 200 Japanese companies still operating in Russia face growing uncertainty following Moscow’s seizure of three Western firms’ assets, amid deteriorating diplomatic relations. The Kremlin announced on Friday that the assets of Swiss food giant Nestlé, French retailer Auchan and home improvement chain Lemana Pro had been transferred to Russian entity LEV Management under a decree signed a day earlier by President Vladimir Putin. “These are unfriendly nations,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSBREAKINGSep 21Russia seizes control of Nestle , Auchan businesseshongkongherald.com · China
BUSINESSSep 21Europe Russian Money Problem - FINCHANNELEurope is facing issues related to Russian money. This suggests ongoing financial challenges or implications stemming from financial ties with Russia.finchannel.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 21U.S. grains rally ahead of 'positive' Trump-Xi summit, continued Russia-Ukraine fightingU.S. grain prices are rallying in anticipation of a 'positive' summit between Trump and Xi, and amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. These geopolitical factors are influencing agricultural commodity markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 21Russia seizes control of Nestle , Auchan businessesRussia has reportedly seized control of businesses belonging to Nestle and Auchan, indicating significant state intervention in the private sector and potential implications for international corporations.californiatelegraph.com · United States
BUSINESSSep 21Russia seizes control of Nestle , Auchan businessesgreekherald.com · Greece
BUSINESSSep 20Russian Firm To Revive NIOMCO , Promises 500 , 000 Jobs In NigeriansA Russian firm plans to revive NIOMCO and has promised to create 500,000 jobs in Nigeria. This signifies a significant international business investment with potential economic impact and job creation.silverbirdtv.com · Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 20Stock market this week : Russia - Iran sanctions , crude oil , bond yields in focusThis article focuses on the stock market outlook for the week, highlighting the impact of Russia-Iran sanctions, crude oil prices, and bond yields. These elements are key drivers of market performance and investor sentiment.moneycontrol.com · India