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big business

Scenes From Russia's Landmark Business Forum

Russia pulled out all the stops for its first St. Petersburg International Economic Forum since the start of the pandemic.
TURNAROUND?

Falling Profits, But Corporate Russia Stays in the Black

Businesses bruised by pandemic, while blue chips defy worst expectations.
Smile, please

Russian Retailer Launches Facial Recognition Payments

The scheme is backed by Visa and Sberbank, and will be rolled out to 3,000 stores by the end of the year.
looking forward

U.S. Investor Calvey Wants 'To Stay in Russia' After Trial

In a rare press statement, Calvey said he would like to "draw a line under" his trial and move on once it's over.
TAKEOFF

Russian Discount Chain Eyes Largest Foreign IPO Since Sanctions

FixPrice is aiming to raise up to $1.7 billion in its London stock market launch.
HARD TIMES

Russia’s Small Businesses Are Suffering Despite Easing of Coronavirus Restrictions 

One in ten firms is preparing to close, warns the Kremlin’s business envoy.
2021 LOOK AHEAD

Russia in 2021: A Corporate Reckoning?

The pandemic exposed deep divides in Russia’s corporate world. How will the recovery play out?
permission to pollute

Russian Businesses Ask for Environmental Regulation Reprieve Amid Pandemic – Kommersant

Experts warn that relaxing the regulations “risks people’s health and lives.”
hard-hit economy

In 4th Coronavirus Address, Putin Calls for Stronger Business Support

The president has come under fire for not offering a comprehensive business support package sooner.
No Grain

Russia Restricts Grain Exports Amid Pandemic

Russia is the world's top wheat exporter.
no safety net

Moscow’s Small Businesses Feel the Pinch Under Coronavirus Lockdown

Once the health crisis ends, the city's small businesses say they might not be able to bounce back.
2020 LOOK AHEAD

Russia in 2020: Business Is Booming but the Future Is Unclear 

While Russian businesses are feeling confident and growing their revenues, a lack of ambition and risk-taking could limit potential.
it could be you

Jailed Russian Banker Warns Businesspeople of Same Fate in Newspaper Ad

“You’re getting ready to go on vacation, but tomorrow you can go to prison,” Alexander Popov's ad warns.
Behind-the-scenes business

Putin’s Ex-Wife Co-Owns Top Russian Microlender – Sobesednik

The startup's portfolio has grown an estimated 30% in the year since she reportedly purchased the shares.
MENTOR MUSK

Tech Giant Elon Musk Appears at Small Russia Business Forum

The organizers invited the billionaire entrepreneur by billboard.
WESTERN INFLUENCE

U.K. Firms Fight Russia’s Image Problem

At an annual investment forum in Moscow, British businesses promoted U.K.-Russia business relations amid the ongoing political standoff.
risky business

Russian Hostels in Apartments Still Open Despite New Ban – Reports

The number of hotels and guest houses even increased in Moscow and St. Petersburg since the law was passed in March.
Business dispute

How the Michael Calvey Case Has Unfolded So Far

The saga that triggered unease among Russia’s business community and stoked tensions between Moscow and Washington may soon be over.
versatile personality

One of Russia’s Richest Men Has Become a Trip-Hop Music Artist

“Music stimulates intellectual activity that helps me to search and discover new business opportunities,” he said.
debt trap

Relentless Rise of Consumer Debt in Russia Fuels Bubble Fears For Some

After five years of shrinking real incomes many Russians are borrowing to make ends meet.
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