Russian Economy Facing a Tidal Wave of Bankruptcies
One in five firms are at risk of defaulting on their loans, according to Russia's Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting (CMASF).
Russian economy meltdown with 'moment of truth' and 'major bankruptcies' looming
Putin is increasingly having to dip into Russia 's National Wealth Fund, whose reserves have plummeted almost 74% from £94 billion to just £25 billion, since the beginning of the war. A further problem for the Kremlin is the rouble's plunge in value, which is adding to inflationary pressure.
Putin reportedly concerned over Russia's economy ahead of possible Trump tariffs
Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly worried about the state of the country's economy amid threat of tariffs from the U.S. as President Donald Trump returns to Washington.
Putin Faces 'Really Big Problems' in Russian Economy: Report
The Russian leader is reportedly facing growing pressure from Russia's elite to engage in peace talks to end the war.
The Russian war economy is facing a ‘moment of truth’ as Putin’s dwindling cash reserves raise odds of a financial crash, expert says
Nearly three years after Russia invaded Ukraine, Vladimir Putin’s economy is entering a critical phase as inflation, shortages, and shrinking cash reserves constrain his war effort soon ...
Putin lauds the strength of Russia’s war economy. Others see a mirage
Since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russia’s economy has surpassed expectations. But some experts say this image of resilience is a mirage crafted by the Kremlin.
Russia’s economic resilience crumbles under war pressures
Some analysts have likened Russia’s current economic situation to being “on steroids,” while others compare its rapid yet unsustainable growth to “running on cocaine.” According to CNN, Russia may soon experience the painful crash after the party.
Russia on brink of economic ruin as India and China stop buying Kremlin's oil
Russia has suffered a major economic setback, after China and India halted their purchases of Kremlin oil. Oil and gas ...
China Is Quietly Taking Over Russia's Tech Market
Once a global leader in cryptocurrency mining, China banned the activity in 2021, citing financial and environmental concerns ...
Five key challenges for the Russian economy in 2025
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Russia deputy PM: Armenia's EU membership bid will not be discussed at Eurasian Intergovernmental Council
The Armenia's initiative to start the process of membership in the European Union (EU) will not be discussed at the Eurasian ...
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Trump’s Russia sanctions might be what finally works
Just one week into his presidency, U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at his approach to U.S. sanctions on Russia. First, ...
Exclusive: Putin growing concerned by Russia’s economy, as Trump pushes for Ukraine deal
Domestic activity has become strained in recent months by labour shortages and high interest rates introduced to tackle ...
Economists are questioning Russia's economic data, seeing a more troubled picture
Russia's latest economic data showed it had a strong 2024 and decade-high budget revenues in December. But economists say ...
Poland warns against restarting Russia gas supplies
Poland's president has said that gas flows from Russia to Western Europe should never be restored, even if Russia and Ukraine ...