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Russia Faces 'Silent Crisis' Amid Soaring Inflation and Deficits

1/25/2025

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Russia's economy struggles with 9.6% inflation and a budget deficit over 3.3 trillion rubles for 2024.
The Central Bank's interest rate hike to 21% raises loan costs and forecasts GDP growth decline.
Energy exports are in decline, with EU gas market share falling from 45% in 2021 to 15% in 2023.
Corruption and social inequality exacerbate economic issues, heightening the risk of a banking crisis.
Analysts warn of a "silent crisis" in 2024, indicating stagnation and deteriorating bank asset quality.

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Story summary

Russia's economy struggles with 9.6% inflation and a budget deficit over 3.3 trillion rubles for 2024.
The Central Bank's interest rate hike to 21% raises loan costs and forecasts GDP growth decline.
Energy exports are in decline, with EU gas market share falling from 45% in 2021 to 15% in 2023.
Corruption and social inequality exacerbate economic issues, heightening the risk of a banking crisis.
Analysts warn of a "silent crisis" in 2024, indicating stagnation and deteriorating bank asset quality.