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Wildberries raised its PVZ payments by 36%, after last year's minus 25%
Wildberries raised its PVZ payments by 36%, after last year's minus 25%
1,978 05.05
Wildberries increased the total amount of payments to the owners of pick-up points by 36% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. A year ago, the situation was reversed: in 2025, payments decreased by 25%. The growth is driven by the growth of basic operations and new sources of income for the PVZ.
Marketplaces
The FCS wants to see the country of origin and HS code in each product card.
795 28.04
Marketplaces
Business against 22% VAT: the introduction will kill cross-border trade
1,023 27.04
Marketplaces
VAT on imports via marketplaces: 7% from 2027, 22% by 2029
1,657 27.04
Marketplaces
Marketplaces will be switched to new rules starting from October
2,351 23.04
Marketplaces
FAS warns Ozon and Wildberries: money and rules
FAS warns Ozon and Wildberries: money and rules
2,715 23.04
The FAS has sent an official warning to Ozon and Wildberries. Marketplaces have increased payment deadlines for sellers, linked logistics tariffs to the price of goods instead of the actual cost of services, and added paid labels without real guarantees. If they don't fix it, it's an antitrust case.
Marketplaces
The Ministry of Energy requests VAT relief for social goods from abroad
The Ministry of Energy requests VAT relief for social goods from abroad
2,284 22.04
The Ministry of Economic Development has proposed to ease the tax regime for socially important goods that Russians order on foreign online platforms. The initiative concerns VAT and may significantly affect prices, cross-border trade and the rules of operation of marketplaces with imported products.
Marketplaces
Starting from October 1, 2026, the law changes: discounts and logistics under the law
Starting from October 1, 2026, the law changes: discounts and logistics under the law
627 20.04
From October 1, 2026, the rules of the platform economy will begin to apply in Russia: marketplaces and aggregators will have to align access to services and carefully change offers. The market is already discussing that the usual "individual conditions" in their current form will be redesigned, and instead of some discounts, new financial mechanics like retro bonuses will appear.
Marketplaces
Illiquid has become more expensive: now it hits the logistics of the entire range
Illiquid has become more expensive: now it hits the logistics of the entire range
920 20.04
Illiquid can no longer be "stretched out" for months in the hope of reaching zero. The poor distribution of sales by individual items begins to affect the logistical conditions of the entire catalog and reduces the liquidity of locomotive products. Therefore, a decision on a category C position should be made earlier — during the downturn of the season or when profitability drops by 20%.
Marketplaces
Wildberries has launched an online car loan: the application will be reviewed in minutes
Wildberries has launched an online car loan: the application will be reviewed in minutes
887 17.04
RWB has launched a digital car loan service on Wildberries. The user selects a car in the "Cars" section, submits an application, receives offers from banks and signs the contract with an electronic signature. The service is currently running in test mode in the web version of the site, and it is planned to be added to the application later.
Marketplaces
Retail asks to introduce VAT on foreign online orders faster
Retail asks to introduce VAT on foreign online orders faster
1,159 17.04
Marketplaces
ANO "Center for International Business Seasons" took part in the presentation of the Business Development Corporation and the KRB Business Club in Moscow
ANO "Center for International Business Seasons" took part in the presentation of the Business Development Corporation and the KRB Business Club in Moscow
1,354 17.04
Marketplaces
Marking "Honest sign" connects the databases of departments
Marking "Honest sign" connects the databases of departments
974 16.04
Marketplaces
RBC wrote about the VTB and Wildberries alliance, RVB and Kim denied this.
RBC wrote about the VTB and Wildberries alliance, RVB and Kim denied this.
1,585 14.04
Marketplaces
Ozon has opened a large fulfillment center in Kuzbass on 40 thousand m2
Ozon has opened a large fulfillment center in Kuzbass on 40 thousand m2
2,701 14.04
Ozon has launched a large logistics facility in the Kemerovo region: the first stage of the fulfillment center occupied 40 thousand square meters and is designed to store over 17 million goods and process up to 500 thousand orders per day. The regional authorities expect shorter delivery times and higher tax revenues.
Marketplaces
Wildberries launches sales of goods from sellers from Ethiopia
1,718 13.04
RWB has announced the launch of sales of Ethiopian-made products on Wildberries. The range includes coffee, textiles, leather goods, interior items and natural cosmetics. The project looks like a test of a new supplier geography and a showcase for further expansion into East Africa.
Marketplaces
RWB Media expanded its advertising network and joined new partners
2,289 13.04
RWB Media announced the expansion of the ecosystem of advertising tools: new partner sites have been connected to the network, and they promise to assemble placement management in a single WB Media account. For brands and agencies, this means more inventory “in one window” — from digital screens to partner channels.
Marketplaces
RWB has launched the WB Travel business travel service for businesses and sellers
1,305 13.04
RWB is expanding the ecosystem around merchants and corporate clients: WB Travel, together with FUN&SUN, has launched a business travel service. Hotels and flights with bill payment and round-the-clock support are already available. Separate conditions for service fees and tariffs have been set for sellers.
Marketplaces
Wildberries equalizes commissions for sellers from Russia and China
3,620 08.04
RVB announced the equalization of commissions for Russian and Chinese sellers. The measure is part of a package of proposals for the regulator and is related to increasing transparency of the rules on the platform, managing pricing and discount settings. For sellers, this can change the economics of product cards and margin planning.
Marketplaces
Yandex Market strengthens control and teaches sellers to earn more
2,389 03.04
Over the past week, Yandex Market has focused on sales growth and financial discipline. The platform has updated recommendations for increasing the average check, reminded about the risks under 115-FZ and updated the instructions for starting a business.
Marketplaces
Ozon changes contract and FBS: risks for sellers are growing
4,146 03.04
Ozon has updated the contract, FBS rules and slot logic in a week. For sellers, this means reviewing processes: changes directly affect returns, logistics, and delay risks.
Marketplaces
Wildberries is changing the rules: sellers' expenses are growing imperceptibly
3,564 03.04
During the week from March 23 to March 29, Wildberries updated several key blocks at once, from tariffs to packaging. For sellers, this means a revision of the economy: expenses can grow even without a change in sales.
Marketplaces
RWB strengthens Armenia with new logistics hub in Yerevan
3,311 02.04
RWB continues to expand its logistics infrastructure in Armenia. A new Wildberries complex has been launched in Yerevan, which should speed up delivery, expand the capabilities of local sellers and strengthen cross-border e-commerce in the region.
Marketplaces
RWB reduces commissions for B2B sellers
901 02.04
The combined company Wildberries & Russ launches a commission reduction program for B2B sellers. The platform relies on the development of the wholesale sales segment and attracting business.
Marketplaces
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