Russian economy

Novak predicts key rate cut

Novak predicts key rate cut

The high key rate of the Bank of Russia is temporary and the current monetary policy will soften next to inflation downward trend, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said at the Caucasus Investment Forum.

What are risks of economic overcooling in Russia?

What are risks of economic overcooling in Russia?

The current situation points to risks of overcooling in the Russian economy, while inflation is slowing down, Russia's Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov said during a meeting of the State Duma Committee on Budget and Taxes on …

State Duma assesses US tariffs

State Duma assesses US tariffs

The new US tariffs have come as a shock to European countries, while for Russia, they have confirmed the correctness of its course, State Duma Deputy Slutsky said.

Bank of Russia keeps key rate at 21%

Bank of Russia keeps key rate at 21%

The Bank of Russia has decided to keep the key rate at 21% per annum for the third meeting in a row. "On March 21, 2025, the Bank of Russia Board of Directors decided to keep the key rate at 21% per annum," the …

Mishustin reports Russia's economic growth above expectations

Mishustin reports Russia's economic growth above expectations

Inflation in Russia totaled 9.52% in 2024 but annual growth rates of this indicator are declining for the sixth month in a row, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said at the meeting with President Vladimir Putin. The head of …