Headings of the journal
"Economics and Management"

Annotation: The article examines the sociocultural, economic, and regulatory factors shaping the Russian alcohol market and key trends in its functioning. The key factors shaping the alcohol market model, where the economic interests of producers and importers, primarily pursuing commercial gains, intersect with changing consumer preferences and the goals of state regulation of the alcohol market are highlighted. The author systematizes the traditional functions of the modern alcohol market in Russia, highlights the legal aspects of state management of the trans- formation of this segment of market relations, and analyzes the dynamics and structure of retail sales, production, circulation, and consumption of alcoholic beverages that are currently developing. Particular attention is paid to the budget component in the cost of alcoholic beverages and its role as a lever of influence on economic and social processes in society. The study demonstrates the need for government intervention in the functioning of the alcohol market, determines the fiscal significance of excise taxation, and outlines the directions and prospects for the further development of state regulation of this important sector of the economy.

Annotation: The subject of research in the article is the policy directions of maintaining ecological balance in the European region, including through the mechanism of public-private partnerships. The purpose of the work is to study the status and trends of measures in the European Union (EU) to create a “green” economy. The article examines both measures to decarbonize the European economy and the forms of EU policy in this area, as well as typical examples of public-private partnerships and their role in ensuring the “green transformation” of the European region. The research is based on an integrated approach to the consideration of socio-economic problems of regional develop- ment of the EU, which includes systematic comparative analysis, economic and statistical method. As a result of the research, the structure of the planned decarbonization of the region has been determined, its main goals, objectives and forms have been identified, and the areas of work of public-private partnerships in this area have been char- acterized. The role of the planned innovations in the further socio-economic development of the region is studied.

Annotation: The study examines the theoretical and methodological foundations for assessing the reliability of counterparties. Economic relations are becoming increasingly complex and diverse in the modern world. Companies interact with a large number of suppliers, clients and other partners. In this regard, there is a need to assess the reliability of potential counterparties in order to minimize the risks associated with joint activities. The relevance of this procedure for potential partners is to ensure the economic security of the business. The work provides the author’s definition of the term “unscrupulous” counterparty, and highlights its distinctive features. The scientific article proposes two author’s algorithms for checking counterparties for their reliability: independent and using modern automated system products. As an example of a modern automated system product, the author considers the functional capabilities of the ecosystem for managing the Saby Profile business within the framework of counterparty verification. The author’s conclusions contribute to the systematization of approaches to conducting counterparty verification for their reliability in order to protect against financial risks.

Annotation: The study clarifies the conceptual uncertainty of “smart settlements” (whether cities or villages) by proposing a new economic categorization system for Russia’s sustainable regional development. Despite widespread academic and governmental interest, this area suffers from definitional inconsistencies and unclear public-private responsi- bility distribution. The research develops a five-tier classification system: Internet settlements (basic connectivity), E-platform villages (online commerce communities), Smart agro-settlements (technology-enhanced agriculture), Smart manufacturing settlements (cyber-physical production hubs), and Resource settlements (natural resources and data centres). Each category is analysed through technological requirements, economic potential, and im- plementation challenges using Russian and international examples, particularly from China. Key findings reveal that successful “smart settlements” require diversified economic activities, strong inter-regional connectivity, and careful consideration of geographical factors. The proposed system provides a framework for developing targeted strategies, optimizing resources, and creating sustainable agglomeration economies.

Annotation: The article analyzes the state of the state program for reforming the housing and communal services of the Rus- sian Federation, noting the importance and complexity of problems in one of the significant areas of the country’s socio-economic infrastructure, which directly affects the standard and quality of life of the population. The authors identified the main problems in the housing and communal services that require reform, upd ated the goals and directions of the current state program for reforming the housing and communal services , and analyzed modern forms of private sector participation that allow not only to accelerate the pace of modernization, but also to intro- duce elements of commercial efficiency into the industry. An analysis of the current state of the Russian Federation’s housing and communal services reform program was conducted, and the main systemic problems of the housing and communal services requiring reform were identified: financial, infrastructural, organizational, legal, and social. Addressing these identified issues requires not just targeted adjustments, but a profound systemic transformation. The effectiveness of programmatic measures to reform the housing and communal services in the Russian Federa- tion has been assessed, and positive reform momentum has been noted. The prospects for the development of the state program for housing and communal services reform in the Russian Federation are analyzed, and the a se t of directions for its development, taking into account adaptation to modern economic realities have been proposed.