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Kremlin Delays Fiscal Reserve Boost Amid Rising Oil Prices

3/25/2026

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On March 24, the Kremlin confirmed discussions to postpone boosting long-term fiscal reserves due to a spike in oil prices linked to the Iran war.
Sources indicated the Russian government is relieved from short-term financial pressure as oil rose from about $70 to over $100 per barrel.
The Finance Minister noted that the oil-cutoff price for budget revenues will remain unchanged this year.

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On March 24, the Kremlin confirmed discussions to postpone boosting long-term fiscal reserves due to a spike in oil prices linked to the Iran war.
Sources indicated the Russian government is relieved from short-term financial pressure as oil rose from about $70 to over $100 per barrel.
The Finance Minister noted that the oil-cutoff price for budget revenues will remain unchanged this year.