Financial news: The Bank of Russia issues an updated 1000-ruble banknote (December 26, 2025).

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Source: Central Bank of Russia

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The Bank of Russia will put a modernized banknote into circulation on December 26, 2025. denomination of 1000 rubles.

The updated banknote features a modern design and enhanced security features.

The banknote is dedicated to Nizhny Novgorod and the Volga Federal District. The main image on the front is the Nikolskaya Tower of the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, while the back features the Saratov Highway Bridge, a Meteor-120R hydrofoil, and the Palace of Agriculture in Kazan.

The thousand-ruble banknote retained its color palette and is designed in turquoise tones.

The banknote contains a QR code that leads to a page on the Bank of Russia website, which contains detailed information about the banknote's artistic design and authenticity features.

The 2025 banknote is legal tender in the Russian Federation and is mandatory for payment at face value for all goods and services, without restrictions. The modernized banknote will be gradually introduced into circulation and will circulate alongside the 1997 banknotes.

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Financial news: Cherkizovo will place its debut issue of over-the-counter bonds on the Finuslugi marketplace.

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On December 29, 2025, Cherkizovo Group, the largest domestic meat producer, will begin placing its debut over-the-counter bond issue for the public on the Finuslugi marketplace. The company plans to use the proceeds from the issue to finance projects in the field of healthy and balanced nutrition.

The bond purchase application period will begin at 9:00 AM Moscow time on December 29, 2025. The total volume of Cherkizovo bonds will be 1 billion rubles. The bonds carry a coupon linked to the Bank of Russia's key rate (KR 0.7 percentage points): by the time the bonds are placed on Finuslugi, it will be 16.7% per annum. The bonds have a par value of 1,000 rubles. They can be purchased on the Finuslugi marketplace website or mobile app. A brokerage account is not required to purchase these bonds: all transactions are conducted directly between the individual and the issuer. Simply register in your personal account or the Finuslugi mobile app using your Gosuslugi account.

Igor Alutin, Senior Managing Director for Retail Business and the Finuslugi Marketplace at Moscow Exchange:

"Bonds on Finuslugi are not only a profitable and accessible investment tool, but also a way to engage citizens in funding large-scale projects to improve the country's quality of life. Cherkizovo's debut bond issue is aimed at developing and promoting healthy eating. The Moscow Exchange Group is particularly committed to developing projects that promote the health and well-being of Russians, so we welcome this new issuer on Finuslugi with great hope for long-term cooperation and the achievement of shared goals."

Lyudmila Mikhailova, Financial Director of Cherkizovo Group:

"As the leader of the domestic meat industry, Cherkizovo Group is largely responsible for ensuring Russia's food security. However, our goal is not only to ensure a stable supply of meat to the population, but also to ensure that our products meet the highest quality standards and adhere to healthy eating principles. We have been investing significantly in this area for many years, and now we want to attract bond buyers, including our consumers, to this endeavor."

The bonds have a maturity of 1,080 days. Interest on the bonds accrues daily, and coupon payments are made monthly. The bonds will be redeemed at par value. The bonds have a lock-up period; investors will be able to tender the bonds for redemption beginning January 29, 2026. The execution of a tender request will take up to five business days, and coupon income will be calculated until the tender is executed.

Finuslugi is a money marketplace created by the Moscow Exchange. On Finuslugi, you can open bank deposits, take out cash loans, purchase mutual fund shares, public bonds from companies and Russian regions, as well as compulsory motor insurance (OSAGO), comprehensive motor insurance (CASCO), mortgage insurance, property insurance, and other products. You can top up your Finuslugi account commission-free using the Faster Payment System (FPS) 24/7. The service can be used regardless of region, anywhere in Russia and worldwide. Learn more on the website. http://finuslugi.ru.

Cherkizovo Group ranks first in Russia's chicken market, second in turkey, fifth in pork, and third in processed meat products. The company comprises 15 poultry farms, 20 pig farms, 13 meat processing plants, 13 feed mills, an oil extraction plant, and 367,000 hectares of agricultural land. The company's consolidated revenue for 2024 was 259.3 billion rubles. The Group's brands include Cherkizovo, Petelinka, Kurinoe Tsarstvo, Pava-Pava, and others. The company's advantage lies in its vertical integration, which unites all links of the agricultural chain—from grain cultivation to finished product production. The company exports its products to more than 20 countries.

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Financial news: On December 26, 2025, the Moscow Small Business Lending Assistance Fund will hold a deposit auction.

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Parameters;

The deposit auction date is December 26, 2025. Placement currency is RUB. The maximum amount of funds placed (in the placement currency) is 1,470,000,000. Placement term, days – 31. Date of depositing funds is December 29, 2025. Date of return of funds is January 29, 2026. The minimum placement interest rate, % per annum is 15.75. Terms of the conclusion, urgent or special (Urgent). The minimum amount of funds placed for one application (in the placement currency) is 500,000,000. The maximum number of applications from one Participant, pcs. 1. Auction form, open or closed (Open).

The basis of the Agreement is the General Agreement. Schedule (Moscow time). Preliminary applications from 13:00 to 13:10. Competitive applications from 13:10 to 13:15. Setting the cutoff interest rate or declaring the auction invalid before 13:25. Additional terms and conditions – Placement of funds with the option of early withdrawal of the entire deposit amount and payment of interest accrued on the deposit amount at the rate established by the deposit transaction, in the event of the Bank's non-compliance with the requirements set forth in paragraph 2.1. of the Regulation "On the procedure for selecting banks for the placement of funds of the Moscow Small Business Lending Promotion Fund in deposits (deposits) under the GDS" (as amended on the date of the deposit transaction), early withdrawal at the "on demand" rate, interest payment at the end of the term, without replenishment.

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Financial news: 12/26/2025, 11:33 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range for assessing market risks for the security RU000A0ZZ1N0 (DOM 1P-3R) were changed.

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December 26, 2025

11:33

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of PJSC Moscow Exchange by the National Credit Center (JSC) on 26.12.2025, 11:33 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 106.84) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1150.79 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 8.75%) of the security RU000A0ZZ1N0 (DOM 1P-3R) were changed.

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The government will allocate more than 45 billion rubles to create university campuses in a number of regions.

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Between 2026 and 2028, over 45 billion rubles will be allocated from the federal budget to create a network of modern university campuses as part of the new national project "Youth and Children." Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed the order allocating these funds.

Funding has already been allocated in the federal budget for the next three years. It will be distributed to the regions whose campus applications have been approved by the Ministry of Education and Science. These regions include Perm Krai, Arkhangelsk Oblast, Novgorod Oblast, and Tyumen Oblast.

The campuses will be multifunctional spaces with coworking spaces, classrooms, sports facilities, libraries, student housing, graduate student housing, faculty and research staff housing, and technology parks. The creation of such student campuses will not only provide additional opportunities to enhance research and education but will also foster the development of adjacent areas and foster cultural interaction between the city and university communities.

Part of the funding for the campuses will come from businesses and the regions themselves. Interaction with investors will be based on a public-private partnership model or concession agreements.

Work to create university campuses is being carried out at the direction of the President. By 2036, it is planned to create at least 40 such spaces.

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A meeting of the Organizing Committee for the preparation of the International Forum "Russian Energy Week" was held under the leadership of Alexander Novak.

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A meeting of the Organizing Committee for the preparation of the International Forum "Russian Energy Week" was held under the leadership of Alexander Novak.

A meeting of the organizing committee for the international forum "Russian Energy Week" was held in Moscow, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak. The meeting addressed key organizational and substantive issues related to the forum's preparations, as well as coordination of Russian Energy Week events with the eighth summit of heads of state and government of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum.

Meeting participants noted that the tradition of beginning preparations for the next Russian Energy Week well in advance allows for more effective international promotion of the forum, a detailed business agenda, enhanced interaction with partners, and expansion of the exhibition's display of fuel and energy equipment and technologies across two venues.

"Russian Energy Week has established itself as a key international platform for substantive dialogue on the development of the fuel and energy sector. In 2026, we will begin preparations for the forum well in advance to expand its international component, strengthen the practical focus of the business program, and ensure the participation of a wide range of Russian and international partners. Our goal is to formulate an agenda that reflects the strategic priorities of energy policy, the technological development of the industry, and its role in ensuring sustainable economic growth," noted Alexander Novak.

During the meeting, issues related to determining the dates and location of the forum, approving the main parameters for organizing work with participants, and launching an invitation campaign were discussed.

The Manege Central Exhibition Hall has been proposed as the forum's venue, and Gostiny Dvor as the location for the fuel and energy equipment and technology exhibition. The Roscongress Foundation has been proposed as the forum's operator.

A separate section of the meeting was devoted to issues of preparation for the eighth summit of heads of state and government of the countries participating in the Gas Exporting Countries Forum, which is planned to be held in Russia in 2026.

"In preparing for Russian Energy Week, special attention is being paid to developing a comprehensive and balanced program that combines strategic discussions, practical formats, and an exhibition. Synchronizing the forum's events with the international energy agenda, including interaction with GECF member countries, will enhance REW's international status and create additional opportunities for professional dialogue, exchange of experience, and the development of long-term partnerships," emphasized Anton Kobyakov, Advisor to the President of Russia and Executive Secretary of the Organizing Committee of the Russian Energy Week International Forum.

During the meeting, the preliminary logic of the event schedule was discussed. This includes holding the main business program of Russian Energy Week in the first days of the forum with the possibility of participation by representatives of the GECF delegations, holding a plenary session of the REW-2026, and organizing a GECF summit on the final day, simultaneously with Youth Day at the REW site.

It was emphasized that the key focus of preparations for 2026 remains the development of Russian Energy Week as a central international industry platform, combining a business program, exhibition display, and youth agenda.

The forum also plans to host traditional events, including the Global Energy Prize and the awards ceremony for the winners of the Energy of the Pen international competition. In 2026, the prize program will be expanded with a visiting session planned for Latin American countries, which will expand international scientific and expert dialogue in the energy sector.

Furthermore, to further the forum's humanitarian and social agenda, the All-Russian Media Forum for Professional Excellence "Energy of the Winners" was launched in 2026. The project was initiated by the Ministry of Energy, the Defenders of the Fatherland State Foundation, the All-Russian State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company, and the Roscongress Foundation.

The media forum aims to promote employment for special military operation veterans in the fuel and energy sector, as well as to enhance the prestige of work in the industry and the status of blue-collar and engineering professions. This initiative is particularly relevant given that 2026 has been declared the Year of Unity of the Peoples of Russia by presidential decree.

National and regional television and radio companies will participate in the competition, presenting original journalistic works, including documentaries, television and radio programs, reports, essays, and special projects dedicated to people in the industry and opportunities for professional development in the fuel and energy sector. A distinguished jury will evaluate the works based on historical accuracy, professional level, depth, and originality of presentation.

The meeting also addressed the development of the REW 2026 business program, exhibition development, event security, and the promotion of the forum in Russia and abroad. The need for the active participation of members of the organizing committee, federal executive bodies, partner companies, and industry associations in the forum's informational coverage was emphasized.

Following the meeting, it was proposed to record the discussed parameters for preparing the international forum "Russian Energy Week" and issues of coordination with preparations for the GECF summit in the minutes of the organizing committee and to begin their practical implementation.

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Financial news: Installment service operators.

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1. Study the requirements of the necessary Federal laws and regulations.

2. Check the applicant's eligibility.

Organizational and legal form Business company.
Minimum amount of equity (capital) 5 million rubles.
Official website

The website is located in the Russian national domain zone; the applicant is the owner of the website's domain name.

To check the ownership of a website's domain name, use the Whois web service.

Shareholders (participants) and members of management bodies The list of persons, as well as qualification requirements, requirements for business reputation and other requirements for these persons are provided Articles 8 and 9 of the Law of July 31, 2025 No. 283-FZ.

Specialized services for verification:

3. Activate personal account of an information exchange participant.

4. Prepare and send to the Bank of Russia via personal account of an information exchange participant a set of documents for entering information into the OSR register according to the procedure “4010 Applicants”.

Application for inclusion of information about a legal entity in the OSR register. Documents attached to the application.

5. Wait for the Bank of Russia’s decision.

The period for consideration of an application for entering information about a legal entity into the OSR register is 30 working days.

In this case, the Bank of Russia may send the applicant a request to provide documents confirming compliance with the requirements. Law of July 31, 2025 No. 283-FZ.

If such a request is sent, the period of 30 working days will be calculated from the date of its execution by the applicant.

1. Study the requirements of the necessary Federal laws and regulations.

2. Check the applicant's eligibility.

Official website

The website is located in the Russian national domain zone; the applicant is the owner of the website's domain name.

To check the ownership of a website's domain name, use the Whois web service.

3. Prepare and send to the Bank of Russia via personal account of an information exchange participant a set of documents for entering information into the OSR register according to the procedure “4010 Applicants”.

Application for inclusion of information about a legal entity in the OSR register. Documents attached to the application.

4. Wait for the Bank of Russia’s decision.

The period for consideration of an application for entering information about a legal entity into the OSR register is 30 working days.

In this case, the Bank of Russia may send the applicant a request to provide documents confirming compliance with the requirements. Law of July 31, 2025 No. 283-FZ.

If such a request is sent, the period of 30 working days will be calculated from the date of its execution by the applicant.

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Financial news: 12/26/2025, 10:16 AM (Moscow time) the upper limit of the price corridor and the market risk assessment range for the PLT/RUB currency pair were changed.

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In accordance with the Methodology for Determining Risk Parameters of the Foreign Exchange Market and Precious Metals Market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by the National Clearing Center (JSC) on December 26, 2025, 10:16 AM (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to RUB 6,049.42 in the TOD settlement mode) and the market risk assessment range (up to RUB 6,376.491, equivalent to a rate of 17.08%) for the PLT/RUB currency pair were changed. New values are available. Here.

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Dmitry Grigorenko: The plan to launch all 70 federal and 425 regional life situations has been implemented.

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All federal and regional life events planned for launch in 2025 have been implemented. Now, 70 federal and 425 regional life events are available on the State Services portal, as well as regional portals and websites. Among the most popular federal services of the past year are "University Admission," "Receiving a Tax Deduction," and "Protection from Online Fraud." The digitalization of government services is being implemented as part of the national project "Data Economy," overseen by Deputy Prime Minister and Chief of the Government Staff Dmitry Grigorenko.

Real-life situations represent a new stage in the development of the government services system. One service combines, on average, approximately 17 government services related to a single topic, and helps users access them comprehensively, in a single-window mode. This approach to unifying government services helps reduce the time it takes to resolve a user's issue, eliminating unnecessary paperwork and government department visits. Information already available in the government system is automatically downloaded when accessing services included in a single package.

"Today, you can resolve your issue with a life situation on the government services portal in just a few clicks. People can now complete tasks that used to take hours, days, and sometimes even months without leaving home. Life situations help save time. These services allow you to access related services comprehensively, in one place, without collecting unnecessary documents. We have launched all 70 federal and 425 regional life situations planned for implementation. The service covers a wide range of topics, including new ones such as 'Birth of a Child,' 'Tax Deduction,' 'Opening an IT Company,' and even 'My Pet,'" said Dmitry Grigorenko.

The most popular federal life situation in 2025 was "University Admission," used by 9,955,626 people. The second most popular service was "Getting a Tax Deduction," used by 4,406,971 people. The "Online Fraud Protection" service was accessed by 3,267,950 people, and 1,957,441 users received services under the "Retirement" life situation. The "Large Family" service was used by 980,620 people.

The transition from disparate services to real-life situations is one of the results of a comprehensive transformation of the entire public service delivery system. Furthermore, the transformation includes the launch of proactive services and services available online immediately upon request, as well as the implementation of strict quality standards and personal accountability of agency employees for each service.

In 2026, the development of neglected life situations, the introduction of new proactive government services, and strict quality control of all government services will continue.

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Those accompanying veterans of the SVO to sanatorium-resort treatment and rehabilitation will have their travel, accommodation, and meals covered.

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In 2026, combat veterans who participated in the Special Military Operation (SVO) will be able to travel to Social Fund rehabilitation centers for treatment with accompanying persons, who will also receive covered travel, accommodation, and meals. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed a resolution approving the rules for the provision and payment of such services.

This concerns the provision of support to health resort treatment or medical rehabilitation for military personnel who have received a Group I disability or who require support for medical reasons.

The mechanism for reimbursing travel expenses to and from treatment has also been expanded. Starting in 2026, tickets will be available directly through the Social Fund.

Veterans receive free medical rehabilitation and spa treatment at Social Fund rehabilitation centers located throughout Russia. To apply for these services, you can use the Unified State Services Portal or visit a Multifunctional Center (MFC) or a local Social Fund office.

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