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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 24How new rules could reshape this country’s digital economyAzerbaijan is introducing new measures for its technology sector, covering taxation, investment and innovation as it looks to grow its digital economy and attract more international business.EuroNews [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 24US Pushes To Turn Armenia-Azerbaijan Transit Deal Into Investment OpportunityThe Trump administration is trying to turn a US-brokered opening between Armenia and Azerbaijan into something more tangible: a transport corridor linking Central Asia and the South Caucasus with Western markets -- and an investment opportunity for American companies.RFE/RL
BUSINESSSep 24Romania factoring market reaches 5 . 08 billion euros , up 3 . 9 % in H1The factoring market in Romania grew to 5.08 billion euros in the first half of the year, marking a 3.9% increase. This reports on specific financial market performance in the region.actmedia.eu · Romania
BUSINESSSep 24Kyrgyzstan urges greater private investment in regional transport projectsKyrgyzstan is encouraging more private investment in regional transport projects, aiming to boost infrastructure and economic development in the area.trend.az · Azerbaijan
BUSINESSSep 23Ukrainians' bank deposits rise to UAH 1.76T – Deposit Guarantee FundAs of September 1, 2026, the total amount of deposits held by individuals, including individual entrepreneurs, in Ukrainian banks stood at UAH 1.76 trillion, or UAH 9.6 billion more than the previous month's figure.Ukrinform [en]
BUSINESSSep 23Rosneft billions fed Kremlin-backed money laundering networkFT investigation shows the state oil group’s hard currency was at heart of Russia’s efforts to circumvent sanctionsFinancial Times
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 23Taiwan Cement Backs Ukraine Recovery With IFCEM InvestmentTaiwan Cement is supporting Ukraine's recovery efforts through an investment with IFCEM. This highlights international business involvement in reconstruction post-conflict.kyivpost.com · Ukraine
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 23EBU : Urgent action needed to keep BHRT on air | Advanced TelevisionThe European Broadcasting Union (EBU) states that urgent action is required to keep BHRT, a broadcaster, on air. This indicates a critical operational or financial situation for the media entity.advanced-television.com · United Kingdom
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 23The Bonus Button Is Getting Smarter: How to Judge Casino Offers in 2026A giant “100% BONUS” banner takes about a second to understand. The conditions behind it can take considerably longer, and in Poland that gap has just attracted regulatory attention. On 26 August 2026, the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) opened a preliminary investigation into seven licensed bookmakers, including STS, Fortuna, Superbet, Fuksiarz.pl, E-toto, […] The post The Bonus Button Is Getting Smarter: How to Judge Casino Offers in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BUSINESSSep 23AI drone maker hits $6.4 billion valuation as Ukraine war spurs defense techTekever is one of a number of European defense tech startups raising sizable rounds amid a rearmament campaign from countries in the region.CNBC
BUSINESSSep 23Chinese EV battery giant CATL starts trial production at Hungarian factoryContemporary Amperex Technol­ogy Ltd (CATL) has cleared all regulatory hurdles for its mega factory in Hungary, a development that analysts expect will help the world’s largest producer of electric vehicle (EV) batteries extend its reach to international marques like BMW and Volkswagen. Production of battery cells at the €7.3 billion (US$8.35 billion) plant in Debrecen, the second-largest city in Hungary, began on Tuesday after it fulfilled all preconditions for a trial run, the company said. It...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 22Can Belarus Replace Canada As US Potash Provider ? The article questions whether Belarus could potentially replace Canada as a supplier of potash to the United States. This explores potential shifts in international commodity markets and supply chain dynamics.rferl.org · Russia
BUSINESSSep 22Can Belarus Replace Canada As US Potash ProviderThe article discusses the possibility of Belarus replacing Canada as a primary potash supplier for the United States. This indicates potential shifts in global commodity trade and supply chain dynamics.kenyastar.com · Kenya
BUSINESSSep 22Romania Antitrust Body Looks Into Two Transactions In Refrigeration Systems SectorRomania's antitrust authority is investigating two transactions within the refrigeration systems sector. This indicates regulatory oversight of market competition and mergers.zfenglish.com · Romania
BUSINESSSep 22Can Belarus Replace Canada As US Potash Provider?US President Donald Trump has said a “massive deal” is being discussed with Belarus, under which it would provide cheaper potash supplies than Canada. But questions since the announcement have swirled over whether Belarus can replace the world's largest potash producer to meet US needs.RFE/RL
BUSINESSSep 22Hidden gem to holiday hotspot: How Albania became one of Europe’s fastest-growing travel destinationsThe number of tourists visiting the Balkan nation has doubled in the past decade as more and more people discover its fascinating history, brilliant beaches and awe-inspiring hiking trails.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 22Ukraine receives $841M from WB for pension paymentsUkraine has secured $841 million from the World Bank, backed by guarantees from the Government of Canada, with the funds to be used to cover pension expenditures from the state budget.Ukrinform [en]