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Articles with tag "Central Bank"

Ruble Overtakes Dollar in Russian Export Payments

The sharp rise in ruble-based transactions is being driven not by global trust in the Russian currency, but by the expansion of opaque payment systems...

Russia’s Central Bank Cuts Key Rate From Historic High as Economy Slows

The move marks the bank’s first rate cut since September 2022 and comes amid growing political pressure to ease borrowing costs.
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Russia at Rising Risk of Systemic Banking Crisis, State-Linked Economists Warn

While a full-blown crisis has not yet materialized, several warning signs point to a high likelihood of one happening, the experts said in a report.
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Russia’s Primary Real Estate Market at Higher Risk of Bursting as Prices Soar, Central Bank Warns

Policymakers said the primary housing market in April reached its highest bubble risk level since at least 2016.
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Russian Central Bank Holds Key Rate Despite Fears of Economic Slowdown

The high lending rates have put increasing pressure on businesses, with top corporate leaders urging the central bank to ease monetary policy.
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Russia’s Inflation Stays Above 10% in March

Stubborn inflation and the ensuing high interest rates continue to be a major concern for Russian policymakers. 
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Russian Central Bank Warns Falling Oil Prices Could Squeeze Budget

“The risks are there,” Central Bank chief Elvira Nabiullina told lawmakers, adding that Russia “always prepares for such risks.”
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No Sign Western Businesses Want to Return, Russian Central Bank Chief Says

“As for companies that want to return, we haven’t received any requests in the financial sector yet,” Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina said...
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Russian Central Bank Holds Key Rate Steady Amid Soaring Inflation

Annual inflation exceeded 10% last month for the first time in two years, with price increases expected to average between 7% and 8% this year.
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Only Rich People Should Be Allowed to Use Cryptocurrency, Russian Central Bank Says

The Central Bank argues that cryptocurrencies pose significant risks due to their volatility and lack of state backing.
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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...
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Inflation in Russia Has Likely Peaked and Rate Cuts May Start in June – Analysts

Rencap expects rate cuts to commence in June, bringing the rate down to 16% by year-end.
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Can Putin Afford to Walk Away from Ukraine Peace Talks?

Russia has posted its largest budget deficit in three years and depleted its rainy day fund by 57% since the start of the war.
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Russia’s Central Bank Holds Key Rate at 21%, Says Inflation Pressures ‘Remain High’

It was the second time in a row that policymakers held the key rate after raising it to the current all-time high in October.
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Russian Banks Slash Gold Reserves in 2024

The last time such a sharp decline in gold reserves was seen in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Russia's Financial Flows Surge in January, Indicating Robust Economic Growth – Central Bank

All major industry groups witnessed growth, with the most substantial uptick coming in sectors driven by investment demand.
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No Signs of Inflation Slowdown Yet, Russian Central Bank Says

The Central Bank's key rate has stood at a record-high 21% since October 2024.
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Russia Faces Surge in Corporate Bankruptcy, Experts Warn

The Central Bank's key rate of 21% is driving up business debt burdens.
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Russia's Hidden War Debt Creates a Looming Credit Crisis

The Kremlin's mechanism to unofficially fund its war machine is becoming a problem.
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The Russian Economy in 2025: 5 Key Things to Watch For

The Kremlin has used its deep financial reserves to prop up the economy — but Russia appears to be finally feeling the weight of wartime pressures.
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