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It is becoming easier and cheaper for manufacturers of personal care products to enter labeling: the CRPT compensates for 50% of equipment costs. You can apply from February 2 to July 31, 2026, but only for SMEs registered with Honest Sign. Against the background of the labeling experiment until August 31, 2026, this solution can accelerate the digitalization of small industries and reduce the risks of counterfeiting in the supply chain.

The My Business ecosystem has become a key source of information for small and medium-sized businesses in Russia, combining the federal portal, regional support centers, social networks and digital media projects. Today, through this infrastructure, entrepreneurs receive operational data on government support, legislative changes and business development practices, which allows them to make informed management decisions in a changing economy.

The reduction of the Bank of Russia's key rate in 2026 is changing the logic of investment decisions for private and institutional investors. The period of high deposit returns is coming to an end, giving way to the need for active capital management, diversification and risk reassessment. We understand which tools come to the fore and how to adapt the strategy to the new conditions from an expert point of view.

Global markets enter 2026 in the "news decides" mode. Geopolitics is once again influencing expectations for oil, defense budgets, and the volatility of individual industries. Against this background, the crypto market looks more restrained, and investors are more likely to discuss the sustainability of business models and the quality of regulation rather than quick X's. The focus of the week is Venezuela, investment risks and a reassessment of market scenarios.

Wildberries is strengthening its position in the cosmetics and perfumery segment: the marketplace has become the owner of a 100% stake in the Rive Gauche chain. The deal was a logical continuation of the strategic partnership and reflects the course towards the development of an omnichannel model combining an online platform and offline retail.

In the first nine months of the year, China became one of the three largest suppliers of cosmetics to Russia, increasing exports 1.6 times. The total volume of cosmetic products imported into the country increased by 11%, reflecting a change in the structure of foreign trade and the growing role of Asian manufacturers.

Russian companies are increasingly betting on automating business processes with the help of domestic solutions. One example is the successful case of 1C implementation in the field of online cosmetics trade.

Blocking of cryptocurrencies can happen even without the owner's fault. Experts explain how the risk assessment system works and why it is important to track the history of addresses and counterparties.

Ozon is launching the Ozon Select app for premium and mid-range products. The new platform is aimed at luxury, fashion, cosmetics, electronics and household goods.

The Russian furniture industry has a mandatory conformity assessment system. The success of sales and access to the EAEU market depends on the choice between the certificate and the declaration.

Clothing and cosmetics have become market leaders in the marketplaces by the fall. Lamoda and Business Lines note an increase in sales of school supplies and a change in fashion preferences of customers.

Lamoda and Business Lines Research: In August 2025, clothing, cosmetics, and school supplies became the market leaders. The demand for school images increased by 122%.

The Russian container transportation market is showing negative dynamics in the first seven months of 2025. According to the assessment of one of the key players in the industry, the Delo Group of Companies, the overall decrease in container shipments and transshipment was 6%. It is expected that by the end of the whole year, the decline may reach 5%.

The Unified Federal Register of Bankruptcy Information (EFRSB) is an open government database that contains information on all insolvency cases of citizens and legal entities in Russia. This tool is actively used by businessmen and investors to assess the reliability of their partners and minimize risks when making deals.