- The Central Bank of Russia opposes reinstating VAT on bank card transactions, warning it will increase banking service costs and make non-cash payments less attractive.
- The regulator argues that the tax will reduce banks’ profitability, limit bonus programs, and force banks to raise fees on other products.
- The Central Bank highlights risks to major payment systems, including Mir, Fast Payments System, and the digital ruble, especially under sanctions.
- The Central Bank urges parliament to consider these concerns before the bill’s second reading.
- The Accounts Chamber and Finance Ministry note there is no clear calculation of the budget impact from abolishing the VAT exemption.
Source: interfax.com
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