Economy
An outage at Russia’s Finservice Bank heightens concerns among clients and businesses
Reports of problems at Russia's Finservice Bank have raised questions about the security of access to funds at a time when a significant...
Nicholas Sterling20 Липня, 2026
Running out of Gas, Stepping up the Terror: Russia Loses Control of Fuel Crisis
The Kremlin is officially losing its grip on the domestic fuel crisis. As gasoline shortages worsen across the country, rising public anger over...
Nicholas Sterling18 Липня, 2026
From Fortress to Trap: The Economist Details the Looming Stranglehold on Crimea
What was once built up as the crown jewel of Russia’s military presence has officially become an operational nightmare. As reported by The...
Nicholas Sterling18 Липня, 2026
Fuel Crisis in Russia: Gas Stations Are Being Put Up for Sale Across the Country
More than 150 gas stations have been put up for sale across Russia over the past month, according to Russian media, which analyzed...
Nicholas Sterling17 Липня, 2026
Russian Stock Market Falls to Its Lowest Level Since 2022: What Triggered the Decline
Attacks on Russia's fuel and energy infrastructure, coupled with a growing federal budget deficit, have increased pressure on the country's stock market. During...
Nicholas Sterling17 Липня, 2026
Germany and European Countries Are Still Not Planning to Restore Direct Flights to Russia
Germany and most European countries continue to maintain restrictions on air travel with Russia. The main reasons remain sanctions and the closure of...
Nicholas Sterling16 Липня, 2026
Russia’s Budget Deficit Exceeds Target by More Than One Trillion Rubles
Experts believe the increase in Russia's government spending is primarily driven by the rising cost of its war against Ukraine. Russia's federal budget...
Nicholas Sterling16 Липня, 2026
One of Russia’s Largest Oil Refineries Shuts Down Completely After Drone Strike
Russia's Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat refinery complex, one of the country's largest oil processing facilities, has completely suspended operations following a Ukrainian drone strike...
Nicholas Sterling15 Липня, 2026
Russia Faces Growing Challenges in Oil Exports
Russia is facing growing difficulties not only in refining the oil it produces but also in selling it abroad. As demand weakens, loaded...
Nicholas Sterling15 Липня, 2026
From Oil to Wheat: Russia’s Critical Grain Export Machine Grinds to a Halt
The fuel crisis and precision strikes on transport corridors have finally hit the crown jewel of Russia's remaining economy: grain exports. After losing...
Nicholas Sterling11 Липня, 2026
