Once a mighty tool of Russia, Gazprom stumbles toward a more modest futureGazprom's decline illustrates the impact of sanctions and the loss of European markets on Russia's economy.
Russia's war economy is on its last legs, but peace may be even worse for Vladimir Putin, experts sayThe Russian economy cannot sustain the war on Ukraine past late 2025.
Putin tells Russia 'everything will be fine' amid the nation's military and economic strugglesPutin assured Russians in his speech that the nation would overcome challenges without addressing specific issues like the Ukraine war or the economy.
Putin peddling lies' about ailing Russian economy, say EU ministersPutin is peddling lies about the strength of the Russian economy, which is deteriorating due to sanctions. EU finance ministers urge increased pressure and support for Ukraine.
Once a mighty tool of Russia, Gazprom stumbles toward a more modest futureGazprom's decline illustrates the impact of sanctions and the loss of European markets on Russia's economy.
Russia's war economy is on its last legs, but peace may be even worse for Vladimir Putin, experts sayThe Russian economy cannot sustain the war on Ukraine past late 2025.
Putin tells Russia 'everything will be fine' amid the nation's military and economic strugglesPutin assured Russians in his speech that the nation would overcome challenges without addressing specific issues like the Ukraine war or the economy.
Putin peddling lies' about ailing Russian economy, say EU ministersPutin is peddling lies about the strength of the Russian economy, which is deteriorating due to sanctions. EU finance ministers urge increased pressure and support for Ukraine.
Russians are so nervous about the economy that the central bank took to Telegram to dismiss rumors about deposits being frozenThe Russian central bank has firmly dismissed rumors about freezing retail deposits, affirming its commitment to financial stability and citizen rights.
Russia in panic as US sanctions trigger ruble collapse DW 11/28/2024The Russian rouble has significantly weakened due to falling oil prices and international sanctions, impacting the economy and military funding.
An economic catastrophe is lurking beneath Russia's GDP growth as Putin 'throws everything into the fireplace'Russia's economy is in a precarious state, heavily reliant on unsustainable government spending amidst rising inflation and prioritization of military over civilian sectors.
Russia's top central banker is now worried about 'excessive cooling' in its red-hot war economyRussia's central bank maintains interest rates at 21% to balance risks of economic overheating and excessive cooling amid ongoing high inflation.
Putin acknowledges a key pain point in Russia's economyPutin urges coordinated efforts from government and central bank to curb Russia's 8% inflation rate, stressing the need for action and cooperation.
Russia in panic as US sanctions trigger ruble collapse DW 11/28/2024The Russian rouble has significantly weakened due to falling oil prices and international sanctions, impacting the economy and military funding.
An economic catastrophe is lurking beneath Russia's GDP growth as Putin 'throws everything into the fireplace'Russia's economy is in a precarious state, heavily reliant on unsustainable government spending amidst rising inflation and prioritization of military over civilian sectors.
Russia's top central banker is now worried about 'excessive cooling' in its red-hot war economyRussia's central bank maintains interest rates at 21% to balance risks of economic overheating and excessive cooling amid ongoing high inflation.
Putin acknowledges a key pain point in Russia's economyPutin urges coordinated efforts from government and central bank to curb Russia's 8% inflation rate, stressing the need for action and cooperation.
Sanctions hole': how secretive routes supply Russia with western tech and consumer goodsDespite heavy sanctions on Russia, its economy shows resilience, growing faster than advanced economies - unsustainable in the long term.
Russia turns to barteringRussian businesses are turning to barter due to international bank sanctions, utilizing age-old trade methods to navigate economic challenges.Astarta Agrotrading is pioneering barter agreements with Pakistan, exchanging chickpeas for rice and mandarins amid ongoing sanctions.
Sanctions hole': how secretive routes supply Russia with western tech and consumer goodsDespite heavy sanctions on Russia, its economy shows resilience, growing faster than advanced economies - unsustainable in the long term.
Russia turns to barteringRussian businesses are turning to barter due to international bank sanctions, utilizing age-old trade methods to navigate economic challenges.Astarta Agrotrading is pioneering barter agreements with Pakistan, exchanging chickpeas for rice and mandarins amid ongoing sanctions.
The ruble's in a slump. For the Kremlin, that's a two-edged swordThe Independent emphasizes the importance of on-ground reporting during critical news events in the U.S.
Russian economists and officials foresee a hard struggle in 2025Russian officials predict lower economic growth and investment delays in 2025, mainly due to high interest rates and insufficient state funding.
Why Russia's brain drain is the biggest problem facing its economyRussia faces a significant economic crisis due to a brain drain of skilled workers fleeing the war, potentially leading to long-term decline.
Russians are spending big on travel and cognac. But the boom is just one 'last growth spurt,' says an analyst.Consumer sentiment in Russia soared in June due to wartime economy boosting spending.
Battling Inflation, Russia Raises Key Interest Rate to 18 PercentRussia's central bank raised interest rates to 18 percent due to concerns about runaway inflation in a wartime economy.
Putin taps economist Andrei Belousov to lead defense ministry in wartimePutin surprised by appointing economist Belousov as defense minister, showing a shift to war economy and emphasis on arms manufacturing race with the West.