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Russia Using Crypto in Chinese and Indian Oil Trade – Reuters

While transactions supported by crypto are still a small part of Russia’s overall oil trade, they are reportedly growing.

Russian Inflation Hit 2-Year High in February

Surging military spending has continued to drive up prices despite aggressive interest rate hikes by the Central Bank.

Russia’s Budget Deficit Grows to 1.3% of GDP in January-February

The Finance Ministry attributed a sharp rise in spending to early contract payments, which accelerated in January before slowing down last month.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Russia Pushes to Lift Aviation Sanctions

“This is less about business ambitions and more about a humanitarian necessity,” AmCham Russia president Robert Agee said.

Is an Economic Deal With Russia Good Business for Trump?

Russia is touting several areas of cooperation in a bid to soften the U.S. stance ahead of possible Ukraine peace talks. But what is the bottom line?

Will Russia Come Out a Winner in Trump’s Trade Wars?

U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed sweeping tariffs on major trading partners Canada, Mexico and China, rattling global markets.

Russian Stock Market Rises Amid Reports of U.S. Sanctions Relief

Shares of car leasing company Evroplan, tech giants Yandex and VK, and power generation firm Unipro led the rally, each rising more than 3%.

Russia’s Manufacturing PMI Falls Back to 50.2 in February

The result marked the slowest expansion in five months, says S&P Global.

Russian Wage Growth Hits 16-Year High in December 2024

The average monthly salary in December increased by 21.9% year-on-year, the highest growth since November 2008.

Russia and U.S. Held Secret Talks on Restarting Nord Stream 2 Pipeline – Bild

A potential deal could give the U.S. control over Russian gas flows via Nord Stream 2, according to anonymous sources cited by Bild.

Executive at Russian Pasta Maker Makfa Arrested on Bribery Charges – Reports

The Russian government seized Makfa Group’s assets last year as part of what has been described as the Kremlin’s expanding nationalization campaign...

Russia’s Central Bank Delays Mass Rollout of Digital Ruble

“Our intention is to proceed with the mass introduction of the digital ruble somewhat later,” Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said without...

Russia and U.S. Weigh Arctic Cooperation Following Saudi Arabia Talks – Bloomberg

American officials reportedly view Arctic cooperation as a potential way to “drive a wedge” between Moscow and Beijing.

Want to Return to Russia? Pay Up $1.3Bln, AvtoVAZ CEO Tells Renault

“The entry price will not exactly equal the exit price of 1 ruble,” AvtoVAZ CEO Maxim Sokolov said after the French automaker suggested a possible...

Putin Says Ready for U.S. Investment in Strategic Minerals in Occupied Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday he is ready for U.S. investment in strategic minerals in occupied Ukraine. Putin said in televised comments...

Trump Says Discussing ‘Major’ Economic Deals With Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that he and Russian leader Vladimir Putin are discussing "major" economic deals as part of discussions on ending...

Ruble Stabilizes But Long-Term Strength Depends on Sanctions Relief

Even if geopolitical tensions ease, a persistent capital outflow or continued domestic demand for foreign assets would limit ruble strengthening.

Russia Needs Rules for Returning Western Companies, Putin Says

Putin welcomed Western firms wanting to return to Russia, but called for regulators to create a framework that would advantage Russian companies.

Russia Sells Famed Imperial Prison at Auction

The new owners said that the location will have a museum, a hotel complex, restaurants, galleries and public spaces open to all.

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