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  1. Business sector calls for government policy intervention regarding economic issues.
  2. Government approved management transfer of seized corporate rights.

Russian Decree Transfers Operations of Auchan, Nestlé, and Leroy Merlin to LEV Management

5 reports, 4 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

Well supportedReported by 4 independent outlets

On September 17, 2026, a Russian decree transferred the Russian operations of Auchan, Nestlé, and LLC Le Monlid, the former Leroy Merlin chain, to the temporary management of L.E.V. Management. The decree also covered the Russian subsidiaries of FM Logistic and Bati Logistics. Although this is not technical nationalization, the temporary manager receives the powers of the owner, which may be regarded as a form of indirect expropriation because the foreign company loses operational control.

From kyivpost.com, thevermilion.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

This action is the latest move by Russia against Western firms in response to sanctions over its war against Ukraine. While legal title may formally remain with the foreign owner, the mechanism effectively deprives the company of the economic value and ability to manage its assets.

The government has approved the management transfer of seized corporate rights, and the business sector is calling for government policy intervention regarding economic issues.

From kyivpost.com, aol.co.uk

Who's involved

  • AuchanFrench multinational retail company whose Russian operations were placed under temporary management.
  • Leroy MerlinFrench home improvement retailer whose Russian operations were transferred to temporary management.
  • NestléSwiss multi-national food and beverage company whose Russian assets were placed under temporary management.
  • KremlinThe Russian government complex that issued the decree placing assets under temporary control.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • AuchanSpeculative

    Auchan might face reduced revenue and sales in Russia due to the loss of operational control over its Russian subsidiary.

  • Leroy MerlinSpeculative

    Leroy Merlin could see its supply chain and costs affected in Russia following the management takeover of its assets.

  • NestléSpeculative

    Nestlé could experience changes in its market presence and revenue streams in Russia due to the regulatory action on its assets.

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