... Index (PPI) is a key economic indicator that measures the rate of change in prices for goods and services at the production stage. The index is calculated by national statistical agencies, such as the Bureau of Labor Statistics in the United States. PPI records how the prices that producers receive for their goods and services change before they reach the end consumer. This allows investors and economists to assess possible inflationary trends in the economy. Key aspects of PPI: Focus on producers: Unlike ...

... by 0.5% from June 24 to July 1, reaching 56.09 rubles per liter, while diesel fuel prices rose by 0.19% to 65.84 rubles per liter. Overall weekly inflation in the country from June 25 to July 1 amounted to 0.66%. The last time such a growth rate was recorded was on January 9, when Rosstat published data for the two holiday weeks at the turn of 2023-2024. "In the coming weeks, the current rate of retail fuel price growth will continue. On the one hand, seasonal demand growth coincides with ...

... risking their own funds. Over the past year, following the onset of the pandemic, the number of individual investors in Russia has significantly increased as people found themselves with more free time during self-isolation and as a result of the record decline in deposit rates. In 2020 alone, 5 million brokerage accounts were opened on the Moscow Exchange. However, experts advise novice investors against ‘playing’ with speculation and recommend focusing on reliable long-term investments. ...

... This decrease may indicate difficulties in the main areas of business, a decrease in demand for services, or the influence of macroeconomic factors. The net loss amounted to RUB 2.15 billion, while a year earlier, a net profit of RUB 9.07 billion was recorded. The reasons for such a sharp change may be related to an increase in cost, an increase in management expenses, and a decrease in other income. The cost of sales increased to RUB 6.92 billion, which also significantly affected the overall results....

The Central Bank of the Russian Federation has recorded a 19.2% increase in the money supply in 2024. This is an important signal for the economy and investors. Find out what is behind this increase, how it affects economic activity, inflation and the ruble exchange rate, and what opportunities are ...