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The growth of marketplaces has slowed down: 8.6 trillion ₽ no longer provides the same pace
The growth of marketplaces has slowed down: 8.6 trillion ₽ no longer provides the same pace
1,363 25.03
Russian marketplaces have entered a phase where growth no longer looks automatic. By the end of 2025, the turnover of the largest universal sites reached trillions of rubles, while the rate of increase decreased sharply. For sellers and logistics, this means a tougher economy: SKU margins, cost discipline, and speed of operations without losses on commissions and refunds become more important.
Marketplaces
Lamoda: FBS provided 2 million products and turnover increased by more than 4 times
Lamoda: FBS provided 2 million products and turnover increased by more than 4 times
275 21.03
Lamoda showed how FBS is turning into a scalable model for fashion sellers. By the end of 2025, more than 2 million goods were sold through FBS, turnover more than quadrupled, and logistics accelerated: delivery times were reduced by 22% due to new transit warehouses and increased capacity in Bykovo.
Marketplaces
China promises to increase imports from Central Asia
China promises to increase imports from Central Asia
1,325 13.03
Beijing has announced its readiness to open the domestic market more widely to Central Asian countries and increase purchases of high-quality products, including the agricultural sector. The statement was made at a video meeting of the leaders dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. Against the background of growing trade turnover, the import issue is becoming one of the key signals for the region's exporters.
Economy
Wildberries is Changing the Economics of advertising and seller logistics
Wildberries is Changing the Economics of advertising and seller logistics
1,114 12.03
Wildberries has updated its sales promotion and logistics analytics tools. The account has new recommendations on rates in query clusters, the pay-per-click model has become available for all subcategories, and the "Movement of Goods" widget and auto-responses to reviews have expanded the manageability of sales. The changes directly affect the marginality and turnover of sellers.
Marketplaces
Russian ports dropped in January: -7% in tons and -14% in containers
Russian ports dropped in January: -7% in tons and -14% in containers
434 17.02
In January 2026, the cargo turnover of Russian seaports decreased by 7% to 66.9 million tons. Dry cargo dropped by 10.4%, bulk cargo — by 3.8%, and the main "disadvantage" was the Azov-Black Sea basin (-26.7%). Container turnover fell by 14% to 411,000 TEU, with only cabotage in the black.
Cargo transportation
RVB logocenter in Samara region accelerated delivery by 5 hours
RVB logocenter in Samara region accelerated delivery by 5 hours
285 16.02
The launch of the RVB logocenter in Novosemeikino, Samara Region, reduced the average wait for Wildberries orders by five hours. The facility operates as a large distribution hub: millions of goods go through acceptance and shipment every day, and local sellers receive accelerated deliveries and increased turnover due to storage closer to the buyer.
Marketplaces
The North—South corridor has gained 26.9 million tons: why the southern route is becoming the backbone of Russia's foreign economic activity
The North—South corridor has gained 26.9 million tons: why the southern route is becoming the backbone of Russia's foreign economic activity
541 02.02
The drop in turnover on familiar routes after the peaks of 2021 has shown that logistics is no longer guaranteed "by default". Against this background, the North—South MTK is rapidly turning from an alternative into a strategic axis of foreign economic activity: cargo traffic along the corridor increased to 26.9 million tons in 2024, and the railway component exceeded 12.9 million tons. We look at what's behind the growth, where the bottlenecks are, and how businesses can integrate the southern
Cargo transportation
Russia and the UAE consolidate the economic turnaround: the Dubai Business Forum has become a new entry point for transactions
Russia and the UAE consolidate the economic turnaround: the Dubai Business Forum has become a new entry point for transactions
1,341 30.01
The Russian-Emirati Business Forum in Dubai has become a significant milestone for the bilateral agenda: the topic of Russia-UAE economic partnership was consolidated at the highest level during negotiations in the Kremlin. The Russian President stressed the growth of trade turnover, the work of the intergovernmental commission and the "good level" of investment cooperation. For foreign economic activity, this is a signal of the transition to more systematic transaction mechanisms, from logistic
Economy
Ivanovo region is No. 1 in terms of "millionaires" on Wildberries: 53% of sellers with a turnover of 1 million or more per month
Ivanovo region is No. 1 in terms of "millionaires" on Wildberries: 53% of sellers with a turnover of 1 million or more per month
1,234 24.01
The Ivanovo region has become Russia's leader in the share of sellers with high turnover on Wildberries: 53% of the region's entrepreneurs reached the level of 1 million rubles per month, and the share of sellers with turnover over 100 million reached 4%. Against this background, the region retains a strong focus on domestic production — 84% of turnover is provided by Russian goods, primarily clothing and textiles. Experts attribute the dynamics to support programs and the active use of analytic
Marketplaces
Ozon sellers demand to change the refund rules without their consent
Ozon sellers demand to change the refund rules without their consent
2,441 09.01
Ozon sellers have complained to regulators about the practice of approving refunds without their consent. Sellers believe that the current model increases costs and reinforces the problem of consumer extremism. Ozon insists that fast returns increase customer confidence and sales turnover.
Marketplaces
Russia has become China's largest European trading partner with a turnover of up to $250 billion.
Russia has become China's largest European trading partner with a turnover of up to $250 billion.
1,476 22.12
Russia has taken the first place among European countries in terms of trade with China. According to President Vladimir Putin, the trade turnover between the two countries has approached $250 billion, reflecting the high level of trust and strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing.
Economy
The trade turnover between Russia and China has exceeded $200 billion for the third year.
The trade turnover between Russia and China has exceeded $200 billion for the third year.
1,561 18.12
The trade turnover between Russia and China has exceeded $200 billion for the third year in a row. Chinese Ambassador Zhang Hanhui noted the growth of cargo flows, the launch of new logistics routes and the expansion of the structure of bilateral trade.
Customs and International Trade
China increased foreign trade by 3.6%: exports are growing, imports are stable
China increased foreign trade by 3.6%: exports are growing, imports are stable
2,066 10.12
China ends 2025 with strong growth in foreign trade. In 11 months, the volume of imports and exports increased by 3.6 percent, and exports of high-tech products became the main driver of development. Trade with the countries of the Belt and Road Initiative is also showing steady growth, accounting for more than half of China's total foreign trade turnover.
Customs and International Trade
How Russia and India can reach a trade turnover of $100 billion: experts named key growth drivers
How Russia and India can reach a trade turnover of $100 billion: experts named key growth drivers
1,959 10.12
Russia and India are striving to bring mutual trade turnover to the level of $ 100 billion by 2030. Experts consider the goal achievable if it is possible to expand the range of Indian supplies, strengthen logistics ties and actively use marketplaces as a sales channel. New data from analysts, large companies and government agencies show that demand for Indian goods in Russia is growing, and cooperation between the two countries is entering an accelerating phase.
Customs and International Trade
Russia introduces mandatory labeling of toys, razors and cocoa: big changes await the market
Russia introduces mandatory labeling of toys, razors and cocoa: big changes await the market
1,134 06.12
Russia has introduced mandatory digital labeling for new product groups — toys, shaving products and cocoa drinks. This measure is aimed at reducing shadow turnover and ensuring quality control at all stages of delivery. Already at the stage of registration of participants, the market showed significant transparency: the number of manufacturers who declared themselves doubled. The new rules will affect both importers and the domestic market.
Customs and International Trade
Moscow is preparing a sharp increase in imports from India: Oreshkin announced a strategic reversal of trade flows
Moscow is preparing a sharp increase in imports from India: Oreshkin announced a strategic reversal of trade flows
1,730 04.12
Russia intends to significantly expand purchases of Indian goods and services, which could radically change the structure of bilateral trade and bring the countries closer to the goal of $100 billion in trade turnover by 2030. In New Delhi, Maxim Oreshkin confirmed that Moscow is strategically betting on the growth of imports from India and is ready to provide comfortable conditions for suppliers.
Customs and International Trade
BRICS domestic trade exceeds $1 trillion for the first time
BRICS domestic trade exceeds $1 trillion for the first time
658 02.12
The trade turnover within the BRICS has exceeded $1 trillion for the first time, which highlights the strengthening of economic ties between the countries and the growing influence of the association in the global economy.
Economy
Russia and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation within the framework of BRICS and SCO
Russia and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation within the framework of BRICS and SCO
393 14.11
Russia and China are strengthening strategic cooperation within the framework of BRICS and SCO. The countries agreed to develop transport corridors, increase cargo turnover and coordinate joint projects to strengthen Eurasian integration.
Policy
Russia and Ethiopia tripled trade turnover in 2025: the key role of fertilizers and digital projects
Russia and Ethiopia tripled trade turnover in 2025: the key role of fertilizers and digital projects
2,323 14.11
The trade turnover between Russia and Ethiopia tripled in 2025, with the supply of fertilizers and coffee becoming the main directions. The parties are also discussing the development of digital and logistics projects and are preparing for a meeting of the commission in Moscow.
Economy
Container turnover of global ports reached 928 million TEU: an increase of 7% in 2024
Container turnover of global ports reached 928 million TEU: an increase of 7% in 2024
2,074 02.10
In 2024, the global container turnover increased by 7%, reaching 928 million TEU. Drewry analysts noted the strengthening of the positions of leading terminal operators and the growth of their share in the global market.
Warehouses and cargo terminals