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Russia in panic as US sanctions trigger ruble collapse DW 11/28/2024

The 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.

Putin acknowledges a key pain point in Russia's economy

Putin urges coordinated efforts from government and central bank to curb Russia's 8% inflation rate, stressing the need for action and cooperation.

As Putin orchestrates his reelection, a resilient Russian economy is a key selling point

Imported staples' prices up in Russia
Economy stable in Russia despite sanctions and inflation

Russia in panic as US sanctions trigger ruble collapse DW 11/28/2024

The 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.

Putin acknowledges a key pain point in Russia's economy

Putin urges coordinated efforts from government and central bank to curb Russia's 8% inflation rate, stressing the need for action and cooperation.

As Putin orchestrates his reelection, a resilient Russian economy is a key selling point

Imported staples' prices up in Russia
Economy stable in Russia despite sanctions and inflation
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Sanctions hole': how secretive routes supply Russia with western tech and consumer goods

Despite heavy sanctions on Russia, its economy shows resilience, growing faster than advanced economies - unsustainable in the long term.

Putin peddling lies' about ailing Russian economy, say EU ministers

Putin 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.

Russia turns to bartering

Russian 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 goods

Despite heavy sanctions on Russia, its economy shows resilience, growing faster than advanced economies - unsustainable in the long term.

Putin peddling lies' about ailing Russian economy, say EU ministers

Putin 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.

Russia turns to bartering

Russian 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.
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The ruble's in a slump. For the Kremlin, that's a two-edged sword

The Independent emphasizes the importance of on-ground reporting during critical news events in the U.S.
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Russia's war economy is on its last legs, but peace may be even worse for Vladimir Putin, experts say

The Russian economy cannot sustain the war on Ukraine past late 2025.

What Will Putin Discuss at His Big Annual News Conference?

President Putin is holding his annual year-end news conference at a critical moment for the war in Ukraine.
Putin is expected to address topics such as the war in Ukraine, Russia's military production, and the resilience of the country's wartime economy.

Russians cast final ballots in election preordained to extend Vladimir Putin's rule

Putin poised to extend rule
Tightly controlled election environment
Russian economy resilient despite sanctions

After two years of war, Russian economy proves resilient but for how long?

Russian economy saw strong growth in 2023 fueled by increased public and military spending, aided by revenue from oil and gas exports.
Vladimir Putin is expected to secure a fifth-term victory in the upcoming presidential election amidst Western sanctions and economic growth comparisons.

Russia's war economy is on its last legs, but peace may be even worse for Vladimir Putin, experts say

The Russian economy cannot sustain the war on Ukraine past late 2025.

What Will Putin Discuss at His Big Annual News Conference?

President Putin is holding his annual year-end news conference at a critical moment for the war in Ukraine.
Putin is expected to address topics such as the war in Ukraine, Russia's military production, and the resilience of the country's wartime economy.

Russians cast final ballots in election preordained to extend Vladimir Putin's rule

Putin poised to extend rule
Tightly controlled election environment
Russian economy resilient despite sanctions

After two years of war, Russian economy proves resilient but for how long?

Russian economy saw strong growth in 2023 fueled by increased public and military spending, aided by revenue from oil and gas exports.
Vladimir Putin is expected to secure a fifth-term victory in the upcoming presidential election amidst Western sanctions and economic growth comparisons.
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Russian economists and officials foresee a hard struggle in 2025

Russian 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 economy

Russia 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 Percent

Russia'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 wartime

Putin surprised by appointing economist Belousov as defense minister, showing a shift to war economy and emphasis on arms manufacturing race with the West.

The Sanctions Against Russia Are Starting to Work

The effects of Western sanctions and the cost of the conflict are finally beginning to cause pain for the Russian general public.
Despite the sanctions, the Russian economy has been able to sustain growth and manage the budget deficit.
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