A recent survey conducted by the online lending platform Moneyman reveals a clear sentiment among Russian residents regarding the trajectory of the central bank’s key rate. A significant portion, 53 percent, believes the rate will hold steady through March 2024. In parallel, 24 percent anticipate a rise, albeit modest, of up to 100 basis points, while 12 percent foresee a larger increase beyond 100 basis points. A smaller share, 6 percent, expect a rate decline, and 5 percent indicated uncertainty or difficulty answering. This snapshot, presented by socialbites.ca, underscores how people gauge the policy path and its ripple effects on household finances.