TL;DRThe Russian central bank has lowered its key interest rate to 14 percent to support the economy. At the same time, an increased inflation risk is anticipated.
TL;DRThe EU has adopted a new package of sanctions against Russia, including cryptocurrency platforms for the first time. The measures aim to prevent the circumvention of existing sanctions.
TL;DRThe German battery manufacturer Varta has filed for preliminary debtor-in-possession insolvency. This legal step allows the company to restructure its operations under court supervision while maintaining business operations.
TL;DRThe European Food Safety Authority has lowered the limit for TFA, a breakdown product of pesticides, recognizing it as more dangerous than previously understood. This adjustment reflects new scientific assessments of the compound's risks.
TL;DRSweden intends to prohibit PFAS in everyday items such as kitchenware and clothing by 2028. This action raises questions about the timing of a similar EU-wide ban.