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Russian economy falters as inflation and interest rates soar
The Russian economy is beginning to falter, with inflation exceeding 9 per cent. The central bank has raised the main ...
Russia on brink of vodka meltdown after prices for a bottle soar by over 20%
More than 90 percent of Russia-made vodka is consumed domestically and is one of the most popular drinks in the country.
Lending may have slowed 'faster than necessary' in Russia's inflation fight, says central-bank official
Bank interest rates on deposits and loans rose much higher than the central bank's key rate, causing a slowdown in lending ...
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Russia's economic growth facade: Expert predicts 2026 downturn
In 2024, the economy hit its peak and it certainly won't improve. Although in 2025 war production will still drive GDP, this ...
Russia’s central bank holds off on interest rate hike amid friction between inflation, war spending
Russia’s central bank has left its benchmark interest rate at a record 21%, holding off on further increases despite high ...
Russia's inflation reaches 9.5% this year, weekly data shows
Russia's inflation has reached 9.5% this year, according to new weekly data showing that the consumer price index rose by ...
Sanctions brought on by Putin’s war in Ukraine are taking a bite out of Russia’s New Year's salad
With soaring inflation and the ruble dropping to one of its lowest levels against the dollar since President Vladimir Putin ...
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Russia’s central bank stops raising interest rates as political opposition mounts
The Central Bank of Russia decided that discretion was the better part of valor Friday, suspending its campaign of interest ...
Bank of Russia Holds Key Rate at 21% Even as Inflation Rises
The Bank of Russia held its key interest rate at a record-high 21%, surprising most analysts who’d expected policymakers to ...