Russia uncovers 35 illegal finance operators in Krasnodar Krai crackdown

A wave of illegal lending and unregistered securities activity hits southern Russia. Authorities warn residents to stay alert as investigations deepen.

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2025 November 20 . 7:15 AM

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Russia uncovers 35 illegal finance operators in Krasnodar Krai crackdown

The Bank of Russia has uncovered a surge in illegal financial activity across Krasnodar Krai in 2024. Between January and September, regulators identified 35 unauthorised finance operators in the region. This marks the first time such entities have been detected in the area, alongside a sharp rise in public complaints. In the first nine months of 2024, authorities exposed 23 illegal finance operators in Kuban alone. Among them were 22 shadow lenders and one unregistered participant in the securities market. A broader investigation across Krasnodar Krai later revealed 35 unlawful finance operators in total. The crackdown has led to the first recorded cases of illegal finance operators in Krasnodar Krai. With stronger detection methods now in place, regulators expect further enforcement actions. Residents continue to report suspicious activity, signalling ongoing vigilance in the sector.