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Russia Faces Economic Crisis: Corporate Bankruptcies Soar Amid High Interest Rates

1/28/2025

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Russia's economy is experiencing a wave of corporate bankruptcies amid a 21% benchmark interest rate, the highest in 20 years.
Manufacturing firms are now allocating two-thirds of profits to interest payments, a significant increase from 10% last year.
Vulnerable sectors include coal, shopping malls, and airlines, with many unable to repay debts.
New loan issuance has decreased by 30-50%, intensifying financial challenges.
Experts caution that sustained high rates may trigger widespread defaults and economic instability.

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Story summary

Russia's economy is experiencing a wave of corporate bankruptcies amid a 21% benchmark interest rate, the highest in 20 years.
Manufacturing firms are now allocating two-thirds of profits to interest payments, a significant increase from 10% last year.
Vulnerable sectors include coal, shopping malls, and airlines, with many unable to repay debts.
New loan issuance has decreased by 30-50%, intensifying financial challenges.
Experts caution that sustained high rates may trigger widespread defaults and economic instability.