... Representatives from various federal police agencies and the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) suggested that partial legalization would not eliminate the black market. Moreover, the relaxations would complicate the identification and prosecution of illegal trade: small dealers could use the allowed 25 grams for personal use as a cover, making it difficult for investigators. Initial Results: Consumption and Market Statistics collected a year after the reform began confirmed many of the voiced concerns. Official ...

Payments for the Damper Mechanism, Reverse Excise Tax on Oil, and Investment Premium Increased by 15% This Year Article for RBC How to Optimize Subsidies for Oil Refineries: Practical Recommendations Sergey Tereshkin's article delves into the key aspects of optimizing subsidies for oil refineries (ORs). The author provides a detailed examination of the industry's main challenges, the subsidy allocation mechanism, and effective approaches to their utilization. If you're looking to build a sound...

On August 9, 2025, the world of startups and venture capital witnessed a multitude of significant events related to megafunds, artificial intelligence (AI), and initial public offerings (IPOs). With the rapid advancement of technology and a growing interest in startup financing, investors have begun to actively invest in the best ideas and projects that promise high returns. Megafunds, increasingly standing alongside venture funds, are actively supporting innovative startups and participating in...

... administration has indicated its readiness to go further; should there be no changes from New Delhi, the potential for tightening trade restrictions may be considered (some sources report the possibility of doubling the tariff to 50%). The U.S. also does not ... ... coal will maintain their importance in the coming years, global players in the fuel and energy sector are already restructuring strategies, taking into account the growth of RE and tightening environmental regulations. For investors in the fuel and energy ...

7 Practical Principles for Smart Investing How to invest correctly to avoid losses? This is a question many novice investors ask themselves. Invest for the Long Term The longer you invest, the greater the potential impact of compounding on the initial value of your investments. Many investors are familiar with the term "compounding" when owning savings accounts. This term refers to the process where the interest on your funds is added to the principal amount and then earns interest on...