Moody’s whitepaper examines how global sanctions are evolving in 2026, driven by stricter enforcement, expanded regulations, and increasingly sophisticated evasion tactics. Governments have intensified penalties, asset freezes, and trade restrictions, particularly targeting Russia’s energy, finance, and technology sectors, while introducing measures such as secondary sanctions and enhanced transparency requirements. At the same time, bad actors are using complex methods like shell companies, false invoicing, and transshipment through third countries to bypass controls. The report highlights the growing role of AI in improving compliance through better detection, automation, and reduced false positives, helping organizations adapt to a dynamic and complex sanctions landscape.

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