Moscow Elite Property Sales Halve

Elite property sales in Moscow dropped 54% year-over-year in Q1 2026 to 109 transactions, totaling 12,500 sq m, despite an 11% increase in supply. Experts attribute the decline to rising prices for early-stage construction properties.

Russian Vegetable Oil Production Surges 17.8%

Russia produced 906,000 tons of vegetable oils in February 2026, up 17.8% year-over-year, driven by rapeseed and soybean oil growth amid strong export demand.

Labor Code Perspectives Discussed After 25 Years

Russian authorities, employers, and unions discussed the 25th anniversary of the Labor Code, addressing informal employment control, workplace flexibility, and platform worker rights protection.