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WB expanded order insurance, tariffs increased by 40%

Since August 7, the Order Insurance service has been covering a new type of risk — damage or loss of goods as a result of terrorist attacks and sabotage, including the consequences of drone strikes. A maximum of 50 thousand rubles for the product and no more than 100 thousand for an insured event. The cost of insurance is 1.96–5.6% of the product price.

Marketplaces

Yandex Market disclaims responsibility for warehouse losses

1,962 27.07

Yandex Market became the third site that rewrote the offer so that it would not be responsible for the goods lost in the warehouse during external accidents. Since July 20, the risk of damage to the leftovers in such cases lies entirely with the seller. Similar formulations were previously introduced by Wildberries and Ozon — now all three major marketplaces have the same conditions.

Marketplaces

The US may expand the duty on Brazil from 25% to 37.5%

1,080 21.07

The Brazilian government estimates the risk that the United States will add another 12.5 percentage points to the already confirmed 25% duty, bringing the rate to 37.5% at the end of July. The basis for the additional fee is a US investigation, which resulted in the European Union and 59 countries, including Brazil, being found not to prohibit the import of goods produced using forced labor. The measure is based on section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.

Economy

Trump demanded 20% of the cost of cargo for passage through Hormuz

373 20.07

The US president said that the United States will receive a refund of 20% of the cost of all cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz to cover the costs of ensuring the security of the region. According to the consulting agency, such a fee would raise the price of a barrel of oil by $16. DP World is already building additional feeder lines to Bahrain, Iraq and Kuwait, bypassing the risk zone.

Cargo transportation

Insurance premiums for passage through Ormuz increased 14 times

893 17.07

Against the background of the restoration of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, insurance premiums for ships passing through the region increased 14-fold relative to the pre-crisis level. At the same time, Oman is considering the introduction of charges for navigation services in its territorial waters of the Strait, another initiative in addition to the already discussed Iranian proposal on service fees.

Cargo transportation

Labeling of confectionery and cosmetics started on July 1.

2,053 10.07

Starting from July 1, 2026, manufacturers and importers are required to apply labeling codes to confectionery products — white chocolate, chocolate with cocoa, chewing gum, caramel, dragees. At the same time, cosmetic products — shampoos, bath products, hair sprays, razors, blades, deodorants — are switching to mandatory turnover reporting in the Honest Sign. For importers and sellers on marketplaces, this means the risk of blocking the product card in the absence of codes.

Customs and International Trade

Since July 1, the list of goods with VAT of 10 has been adjusted.%

1,566 09.07

Since July 1, 2026, the list of food products subject to VAT at a discounted rate of 10% has been changed. The exact composition of the changes is fixed by a separate government decree. For food importers, a discrepancy between the HS code in the declaration and the current list after July 1 means the risk of additional VAT at the full rate of 20% instead of the preferential 10%.

Customs and International Trade

Consultarium-Networking 11.0: government logistics support, currency risks and asset protection

397 23.06

On June 23, Moscow hosted Consultarium Networking 11.0, a business event without lectures and a stage. About 60 participants received express consultations from practicing experts. Editorial staff Deliver-2.com I talked to three of them about what is now important for companies working in the field of foreign economic activity and international logistics.

Customs and International Trade

Digital Silk Road: Dependence on the dollar is a structural risk

1,494 22.06

Against the background of China's readiness for the commercial launch of mBridge, expert Natalia Milchakova outlined a key thesis: "It doesn't matter what geopolitical reasons will become the basis for such a block." This formulates a structural, rather than situational, motivation for diversifying settlement channels — the risk of disconnection from the dollar system remains a constant factor regardless of the current political situation.

Cryptocurrency

WB, Ozon and Avito gave sellers the right to refuse shares

1,088 11.06

Wildberries & Russ, Ozon and Avito have officially secured the right of sellers to refuse marketing promotions without the risk of receiving sanctions from the platform. The change was made amid massive complaints to the Federal Antimonopoly Service. Prior to this, the rejection of "automatic promotions" actually deprived the card of positions in the search. Now you can't. But at the same time, marketplaces have switched to a new strategy: they lower prices at their own expense, killing sell

Marketplaces

Roseximbank launches lending in yuan for foreign economic activity settlements

1,957 28.05

Roseximbank presented a comprehensive product for foreign economic activity settlements: lending in yuan, multicurrency settlement accounts in currencies of friendly countries, and support for foreign trade contracts. The product is aimed at companies trading with China, the EAEU countries and the Global South. For importers with a high proportion of Chinese supplies, it is an alternative to an expensive ruble loan with currency risks.

Currency

Asia —Middle East Freight Breaks Records at Brent $111

762 20.05

Sea freight rates on routes from Asia to the Middle East have reached record levels. Brent crude oil is above $111 per barrel. Shipowners include increased War Risk Premium military insurance in their tariffs. Part of the fleet goes on detour routes. Importers whose supply chains run through the Persian Gulf are already counting losses.

Cargo transportation

Iran makes Gwadar the main bypass of the Strait of Hormuz

1,511 13.05

Iran and Pakistan are strengthening the Gwadar trade corridor amid growing risks for routes through the Strait of Hormuz. For the logistics market, this is turning from a backup scheme into a full-fledged transit route, which Russia and India are increasingly eyeing.

Cargo transportation

The United States has hit Iran's payment networks — risks for settlements through the UAE and Turkey

1,886 08.05

The United States has imposed another package of sanctions against financial intermediaries through which Iran conducts international settlements, bypassing restrictions. Structures in the UAE, Turkey, Iraq and a number of Asian jurisdictions were hit. For Russian businesses using the same intermediaries to settle accounts with partners in the region, this is a direct signal to immediately check the counterparties on the sanctions lists.

Customs and International Trade

FAS has blocked the new trade model of the Ministry of Industry and Trade

1,479 05.05

The Federal Antimonopoly Service refused to support the new trading model developed by the Ministry of Industry and Trade. The FAS saw risks for competition in the market in the initiative. For marketplaces and importers, this means that the proposed rules of the game will not pass yet, and the final version of the regulation will be different.

Marketplaces

From May 1 — labeling of smartphones, laptops and sweets: 2 days before the start

1,990 29.04

Mandatory labeling for smartphones, laptops, other electronic products and confectionery products will come into force in Russia on May 1. Three days before the start. Market participants are required to apply "Fair Sign" codes and transmit information to the system. Those who do not have time risk a ban on retail sales.

Customs and International Trade

Customs charges additional duties for goods from the EAEU: the risk is up to 30%

1,009 21.04

Companies are increasingly receiving additional duties at increased rates on goods that were purchased in the EAEU countries, but which were originally produced in "unfriendly" jurisdictions. Previously, such deliveries often went without additional payment, based on the explanations of the Federal Customs Service. Now the business is laying down the risk of price spikes and delays in inspections.

Customs and International Trade

EAEU certificates under attack: blocking an organ from Kyrgyzstan

1,762 16.04

In Russia, the validity of documents issued by another certification body from Kyrgyzstan has been terminated: multiple violations and suspensions of certificates are cited as the reason. For importers, this is the risk of stopping shipments in the "children's" categories and the need to check in advance who exactly issued the permits.

Customs and International Trade

ELS at customs: payments “for another” have been disabled since April 1

908 15.04

Starting from April 1, 2026, the customs unified personal account is correctly replenished only by the owner. The details that previously linked the payment of the intermediary with the obligation of the importer or exporter were removed from the payment documents. For foreign economic activity, this means a reassembly of treasury schemes and an increased risk of “frozen” receipts.

Customs and International Trade

The Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs asks for a 10% rate: business sees the risk of a cooling economy

1,442 14.04

This is the position of the speaker, not the decision of the Central Bank: the fact of the news is precisely a public appeal and argumentation.

Currency

Articles

Internal audit in SMEs: how to keep processes and financial flows under control

2,073 17.03

Internal audit in small and medium-sized businesses helps the owner and the CFO to see the real picture of money, contracts and key operations. It reduces the risk of cash gaps, fines, losses on purchases and stock, loss of primary documents, accounting errors and management reporting.

Taxes

Financial discipline of business: how debts, balance sheet and liquidity affect banks' decisions

1,825 03.02

A bank (independent) guarantee has long been a key tool for businesses. It allows them to conclude contracts, work with deferred payments, participate in tenders, and scale their operations without withdrawing funds from circulation. However, in practice, many companies face failures without fully understanding the reasons.

Security and insurance

Banks against stablecoins: why the "digital dollar" has become a threat to the financial system

2,375 18.12

Banks are sounding the alarm about stablecoins, but it's not about risks, it's about competition. We are looking into why the digital dollar offers returns ten times higher than a regular deposit, and how cryptoplatforms earn money from it. From simple rate comparisons to the world of DeFi, which is trying to build a financial system where there is simply no place for banks.

Customs and International Trade

Bulk carrier: What kind of ship is this and why would the global economy stop without it?

2,729 06.11

The logic of container shipping does not work when it comes to industrial shipments of raw materials. How to transport 50,000 tons of grain? There is a separate world for this — bulk carrier transportation. In this article, we look at how this market works in practice: from the types of ships and the formation of freight rates to the key players. We explain why direct access to a shipowner is a key element of cost and risk management in large—scale logistics.

Cargo transportation

How an accountant can make a payment in USDT: accounting, taxes and risks

2,706 18.10

The director said, "we pay in USDT," but you don't know how to do it? You are not alone. Calculations in cryptocurrency are a new reality of foreign economic activity, for which there are no rules in the Tax Code. We do not load with theory, but give a step-by-step algorithm for an accountant: how to fix everything in the accounting policy, what documents to close the deal with, and, most importantly, how to calculate taxes correctly in order to avoid claims in the future.

EDI and IT in Logistics

Transportation of dangerous goods: what you need to know in order not to land

2,037 07.08

Transportation is not just a risky job, but a huge responsibility. A mistake can cost not only money, but also freedom. Follow the requirements to avoid getting into trouble and transport chemicals and other dangerous substances according to the rules. This is not just a matter of technology and logistics, but also about security and the law.

Cargo transportation