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On April 7, 2026, the European Commission (DG TAXUD) published the first quarterly CBAM certificate price for Q1 2026[1] at 75.36 EUR/t CO₂e. The rate reflects the average EU ETS auction price[2] from the first three months of the year and serves as a benchmark for steel, aluminum, cement, fertilizer, hydrogen, and electricity importers into…
From April 1, 2026[1] Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) applies new life expectancy tables[2] of average remaining life published by the Central Statistical Office (GUS)[3] to calculate all newly granted pensions. The change does not apply to those already receiving benefits[4] – the mere publication of new tables does not justify recalculating pensions already being paid….
On March 17, 2026, The European Commission launched consultations on the revision of the EU Taxonomy[1]. The proposals aim to simplify criteria and align the taxonomy[2] with updated reporting requirements following the simplification package. The consultation period lasts until April 14, 2026[3], which practically means that companies operating in the energy, transport, construction, forestry, and…
On March 24, 2026, The management board of Echo Investment confirmed[5] that the sale of a portfolio of projects in the PRS segment, implemented by the company Resi4. Rent, to Vantage Development (the Vantage Rent platform belonging to TAG Immobilien Group) is to be finalized in Q2 2026[8], with the final deadline for signing the…
On the night of March 25 to 26, 2026, Polish road transport companies, including those united in the Transport Carriers and Employers Defense Committee, resumed the blockade of four main border crossings[1] with Ukraine: Dorohusk, Korczowa, Hrebenne, and Medyka. The protest concerns the exemption of Ukrainian companies from the requirement[2] to hold permits for transport…
OpenAI introduced GPT-5.4, combining reasoning, coding, and native computer operation. Meanwhile, prompt injection and deepfake attacks are surging, and the EU AI Act increases regulatory pressure on tech companies.
On March 18, 2026, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) published version 1.2[5] of the Forest, Land and Agriculture (FLAG) guidelines, significantly tightening rules for companies with a substantial land footprint, including sectors like agriculture, FMCG, retail, paper, and materials. From 2026, new targets must mandatorily include a “no-deforestation” commitment, linked to the new GHG Protocol…
TL;DR (Last ~24 h) Escalation and Diplomacy: The US and Israel continue massive airstrikes on IRGC infrastructure and energy facilities (including the Bushehr area). Simultaneously, Donald Trump has sent a 15-point war-ending proposal to Tehran (via Pakistan) [1][2]. Iran’s Response: Missile and drone attacks on Israel and targets in the Gulf (Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain)….
TL;DR: Key Changes in the Last 24h De-escalation Signals: Donald Trump has signaled readiness to “pause” strikes on civilian infrastructure and announced exploratory talks through Oman. Market Reaction: Brent crude prices saw a sharp 11% drop following the White House statements, stabilizing around $110–120 USD. Israel’s Determination: Prime Minister Netanyahu maintains the plan to continue…
According to the latest update “EMEA Living Market Perspectives 2026” prepared by JLL, investments in European living sectors—including multifamily buildings, PRS, student housing (PBSA), and senior housing – increased in 2025[1] by 22% to EUR 62.2 billion, and in 2026 are expected to exceed EUR 70 billion[3]. Simultaneously, an analysis by INREV on institutional investors’…