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The ruble strengthened to 71.79 per dollar, one of the lows of 2026

The ruble strengthened to 71.79 per dollar, one of the lows of 2026

The Central Bank set the official exchange rate for June 11: dollar — 71.79 rubles, a decrease of 1.5 rubles per week. The yuan is trading around 10.8 rubles. The ruble is strengthening despite the drop in oil prices after the US–Iran truce due to high export earnings and tax payments. Before the long weekend (June 12 is Russia Day), the Central Bank recorded one of the best ruble exchange rates in 2026.

Currency

Wildberries has opened exports to China: how to get into the first wave

Wildberries has opened exports to China: how to get into the first wave

After the announcement at Ecomday in Hangzhou on May 19, Wildberries published the first conditions for Russian sellers planning to enter the Chinese market through a B2B platform. Priority categories at the start: natural cosmetics, children's toys, confectionery. The platform takes care of logistics and customs clearance. Applications are accepted through your personal account — right now, while competition for pilot seats is minimal.

Marketplaces

Wildberries opens export of Russian goods to China

Wildberries opens export of Russian goods to China

Wildberries (RWB Group) has launched testing of a new direction — the export of Russian-made goods to China. The pilot was announced at the Ecomday 2026 international conference in Hangzhou. The new mechanism will allow Chinese companies to purchase Russian goods in bulk through a B2B platform with logistics and customs support from Wildberries.

Marketplaces

India and the EAEU may sign a free trade zone by the end of 2026

India and the EAEU may sign a free trade zone by the end of 2026

There are no obstacles to signing an agreement on a free trade zone between India and the EAEU in 2026, the Director General of the EEC said. Negotiations accelerated after the United States raised duties on Indian goods to 50%, and New Delhi began actively looking for alternative partners. For Russian exporters, this means direct access to a market with 1.4 billion consumers.

Economy

China's economy stalled in April: investment minus 1.6%

China's economy stalled in April: investment minus 1.6%

China's April statistics came out worse than expected. Investments in fixed assets fell by 1.6% in January–April. Retail sales and industrial production slowed. Export growth has stopped offsetting the weakness in domestic demand. Goldman Sachs and Capital Economics record a loss of momentum after a strong first quarter.

Economy

Mercado Livre squeezed Amazon out of Latin America's e-commerce

Mercado Livre squeezed Amazon out of Latin America's e-commerce

Mercado Livre has consolidated its status as the largest marketplace in Latin America and increased pressure on Amazon, Shein and Temu. The growth of local logistics and new taxes on cheap imports are changing the entire structure of the region's e-commerce.

Marketplaces

Brazil changes taxes for e-commerce starting in 2027

Brazil changes taxes for e-commerce starting in 2027

Brazil is rebuilding its tax system for e-commerce and international trade. Starting in 2027, the country will switch to double VAT — CBS and IBS. For foreign sellers, this changes the calculation of taxes, the structure of contracts, and the rules for working with marketplaces.

Marketplaces

China makes Humanoid Robots its next Export hit

China makes Humanoid Robots its next Export hit

In the 15th five-year plan, China has consolidated its course towards leadership in the production of humanoid robots. By 2030, the country plans to increase its global share from 15% to 16.5%. Unlike competitors from the United States and Japan, China relies on speed and mass appeal rather than technological superiority. The domestic market is a testing ground for global expansion.

Economy

Pinduoduo to invest 100 billion yuan to support sellers — Temu is looking for new markets

Pinduoduo to invest 100 billion yuan to support sellers — Temu is looking for new markets

After the US lifted the de minimis exemption and imposed duties of up to 125% on Chinese exports, PDD Holdings, the parent company of Pinduoduo and Temu, announced the allocation of 100 billion yuan ($13.7 billion) to support sellers. The money will be used to help small producers shift from the American market to the domestic Chinese market and alternative destinations, including Russia and BRICS.

Economy

The decree on the mandatory sale of foreign currency earnings expired on April 30.

The decree on the mandatory sale of foreign currency earnings expired on April 30.

On April 30, the presidential decree on the mandatory sale of foreign exchange earnings by Russian exporters expired. The requirement was in effect from October 2023 and applied to companies from the fuel and energy complex, metallurgy, chemical and forestry industries, as well as grain farming. What will happen next has not been officially announced.

Customs and International Trade

The EU imposed sanctions control on 60 companies from China, Turkey and the UAE

The EU imposed sanctions control on 60 companies from China, Turkey and the UAE

As part of the 20th sanctions package, the European Union imposed strict export controls on 60 companies from China, Turkey and the UAE. These companies were included in the list for their alleged assistance in circumventing sanctions against Russia. For Russian businesses building supplies through these countries, it is a signal to check their partners immediately.

Customs and International Trade

Can BRICS replace the petrodollar: Brazil's role

Can BRICS replace the petrodollar: Brazil's role

BRICS is discussing the replacement of the petrodollar as a settlement currency in international trade. At the center of this discussion is Brazil with its digital currency DREX, the status of the largest agricultural exporter in the bloc, and growing trade with India and China. For Russian businesses working with Brazil, the topic goes beyond the realm of theory.

Economy

Export newcomers have their benefits extended until 2029

Export newcomers have their benefits extended until 2029

The State Duma extended the mechanism of temporary periodic customs declaration for new participants of foreign economic activity until January 1, 2029. Previously, the moratorium was planned to be completed in 2027. Companies that are just entering export received two extra years to work under a simplified scheme.

Customs and International Trade

Working meeting on foreign economic activity: prospects for the development of mechanisms to support foreign economic activity were discussed

Working meeting on foreign economic activity: prospects for the development of mechanisms to support foreign economic activity were discussed

At the invitation of Shamil Hajiyev, head of the Foreign economic activity department for working with clients of large and medium-sized businesses of A-7, a working meeting was held on issues of interaction with financial structures, topical aspects of foreign economic activity and prospects for further interinstitutional cooperation.

Customs and International Trade

Instructions are being prepared for exporters to enter 29 friendly markets

Instructions are being prepared for exporters to enter 29 friendly markets

Russia is preparing a new tool for export development — the partnership standard, which should simplify the entry of companies into priority foreign markets. For businesses, this is an attempt to transfer export support from the format of general measures to a system of country-specific application instructions.

Economy

The conference "Peculiarities of doing business with China and the BRICS+ countries" has started in Moscow: live cases, algorithms and implicit knowledge for those who work with the East

The conference "Peculiarities of doing business with China and the BRICS+ countries" has started in Moscow: live cases, algorithms and implicit knowledge for those who work with the East

April 23, 2026, Moscow — A two-day conference-seminar "Peculiarities of doing business with China and other BRICS+ countries" opened today in Moscow, on Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment. The event is held under the auspices of the Russian-Chinese Chamber and brought together entrepreneurs, exporters and specialists in the field of foreign economic activity who are already working with China or are just planning to enter this market.

Customs and International Trade

The Federal Customs Service introduces regulations for the departure of goods abroad

The Federal Customs Service introduces regulations for the departure of goods abroad

The Federal Customs Service is strengthening control over the export of goods outside Russia. The new document has a direct impact on carriers and exporters: border crossings may be restricted without meeting certain requirements.

Customs and International Trade

EU and Brazil accelerate launch of trade pact

EU and Brazil accelerate launch of trade pact

The European Union and Brazil have reached the final stage of agreeing on one of the largest trade agreements in recent years. Political signals from both sides indicate a willingness to accelerate the launch of a mechanism that will directly affect tariffs, exports, and logistics flows between regions.

Economy

The Eastern corridor added 9%: shipments are being deployed to the East

The Eastern corridor added 9%: shipments are being deployed to the East

Export-import shipments in the eastern direction increased by 9% in the first quarter of 2026. An updated forecast of cargo flows up to 2036 was also presented at the meeting on transport corridors. The East remains the main vector of development of Russian logistics.

Cargo transportation

The ruble took 54% of the payments for imports from Asia

The ruble took 54% of the payments for imports from Asia

Calculations in rubles for imports from Asian countries reached a maximum of 54% in February. At the same time, the share of the ruble in export payments in the Asian direction also increased. The trend is increasing demand for ruble liquidity and changing approaches to hedging, contracts and payment routes for foreign economic activity.

Currency

Articles

Specifics of logistics with Africa and the BRICS countries

Specifics of logistics with Africa and the BRICS countries

We analyze cargo transportation to Africa, the role of Russia, export to Brazil and delivery to South Africa. Learn about new corridors, challenges and opportunities for your business.

Logistics, cargo

Siscomex: how does Brazil's foreign trade system work and what is important for international carriers

Siscomex: how does Brazil's foreign trade system work and what is important for international carriers

If you are planning any international transportation to Brazil — it does not matter whether import or export — you will have to face one word: Siscomex. And it's better to figure out what it is in advance, because it directly depends on whether your cargo gets there at all.

Cargo transportation

How to organize exports from Russia to Brazil: logistics and documents

How to organize exports from Russia to Brazil: logistics and documents

A complete guide to exporting from Russia to Brazil. Logistics, routes, customs clearance and all necessary documents for the delivery of your goods.

Logistics, cargo