Central Bank Summaries: Transparency in Monetary Policy Deliberations
In February 2024, the Central Bank began publishing a dedicated document that captures the discussions held before each key interest rate…
Asset seizure claims spark debate on US economic impact
A provocative claim about the potential consequences of freezing and reallocating Russian assets has circulated in public discourse. An…
FAS Seeks Restrictions on Fuel Traders Using Algorithms on Stock Exchanges
Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service (FAS) has suggested restricting certain fuel traders from operating on stock exchanges due to the use of…
Tasty – period launches Masha and the Bear toy line with a new Kids Combo
The fast food network known as “Tasty – period” is rolling out a fresh line of kids toys inspired by the beloved animated series “Masha and…
Hydrogen Corridor Across the Nordics, Baltic States, and Central Europe
Hydrogen Corridor Linking Nordic and Baltic Nations to Central Europe In a regional effort to expand low carbon energy infrastructure,…
Understanding Russian Savings Goals and the Role of Long-Term Pension Programs
A recent assessment indicates that many Russians consider a minimum savings level around 500,000 rubles on average. This conclusion comes from…
Distinguishing Legitimate Investments From Financial Pyramids
Understanding the Difference Between Legit Investment Firms and Financial Pyramids When evaluating a potential investment, many people look…
The Currency Union Idea Between Russia and Belarus Is Not on the Table, But Broader Tusions and Agreements Are Moving Forward
The discussion around creating a single currency for the Union State of Russia and Belarus is not presently a priority on the policy agenda.…
Russia-Brazil Diesel Trade Surges: Record Imports and Policy Context
Last year, Brazil saw a dramatic rise in diesel imports from Russia, with the value of those purchases expanding by 46 times over the previous…
Economic Impacts of CIS Remittances in 2023: A Regional View
By the end of 2023, remittances from Russia to neighboring states remained a notable financial flow, with official data from the central banks…