Finance Mail

Russian personal income tax on interest earned from bank deposits is back in focus for 2025. Finance Mail explains how the tax is calculated, noting that the liability depends on deposit income above a threshold set from the key interest rate, and when taxpayers must pay it. Russians are searching for clear guidance as banks continue paying elevated interest on savings and the first real tax bills on deposits arrive.

Russian greenhouse producers are calling for measures to protect the domestic vegetable market from imports. A report by Finance Mail outlines the proposals and the debate over how to balance support for local growers with the availability of vegetables for consumers. The discussion touches on food security and the competitiveness of Russia's greenhouse sector.

Mail theft of checks is a growing concern, and the Los Angeles Times addresses how people can protect themselves, suggesting alternatives like online bill pay, using secure mailboxes, and dropping checks directly at the post office. Advice also covers monitoring bank accounts and promptly reporting stolen checks to limit losses from check washing scams.

A widely syndicated commentary argues that history shows a stock market correction of 10% or more is inevitable eventually, and recommends dividend-paying stocks as a defensive play ahead of the next downturn. The piece, circulated by Yahoo Finance, The Motley Fool and The Globe and Mail, has prompted discussion among investors about portfolio resilience and income stocks.