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On April 22, 2026, the Bank of Russia issued clarifications to its requirements governing collateral for loans provided by the central bank to credit institutions. Effective May 4, 2026, the Bank of Russia will be permitted to transfer non-market assets between collateral pools of credit organisations in accordance with established procedures. During the initial phase, such transfers will only be possible within the framework of credit organisation reorganisation. The minimum principal balance threshold for loans pledged as collateral by credit organisations to the Bank of Russia has been increased from 2 million rubles to 5 million rubles. Information regarding this minimum threshold will now be published on the Bank of Russia's official website. Additionally, credit organisations will be able to withdraw requests for increases in the value of non-market assets using the unified format for electronic banking messages (УФЭБС). The updated version of the Conditions for Operations on the Provision and Repayment of Bank of Russia Loans Secured by Securities or Rights of Claim under Credit Contracts will apply from May 4, 2026. These amendments apply to credit institutions utilising the Bank of Russia's lending facilities and collateral arrangements. REFERENCES: Bank of Russia Press Release, April 22, 2026. Available at: www.cbr.ru