In 2025, the Russian car market expects a significant decline in sales volumes - according to AVTOVAZ forecasts, the market may shrink by 21-30%. The reasons for the decline are the growth of the key rate, fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate and a decrease in consumer activity. In the article, we analyze how these factors will affect the Russian economy, the auto industry and the availability of cars for buyers. The Decline of the Russian Automotive Market and Price Indexation for ...

... foreign speculative funds remains restrained, as the central bank’s decision was largely anticipated and priced in in advance. Moreover, ongoing sales of foreign currency receipts by exporters and cautious interventions by the regulator help smooth out exchange rate fluctuations. As a result, the ruble demonstrates relative stability even amid a declining interest rate differential, and volatility in the currency market has decreased compared to the beginning of the year. Russia’s economic indicators are gradually improving after the shock of ...

... the prospect of softer financial conditions. As for the currency, as mentioned earlier, the ruble weakened slightly after the rate announcement: the lower rates make ruble assets less attractive to investors, which traditionally puts pressure on the exchange rate. Nevertheless, no significant drop in the ruble occurred—largely because some market participants anticipated the easing of policy. Investors' attention now shifts to the Central Bank's further steps: if inflation continues to cool, the rate could drop to 15-16% by the end of the year, which ...

... acquiring OFZs, it is advisable to monitor the auctions for some time. Auction results serve as a litmus test for the entire market. Thus, one can not only predict the value of the securities and the corresponding interest rates but also the future ruble exchange rate. This approach allows for profit from both securities and currency trading. Source

... 2024 did not lead to a decrease in fuel prices at gas stations. Despite the export restrictions, prices continued to rise due to several factors, including scheduled refinery maintenance, an increase in the key interest rate, and fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate. The impact of international oil prices and seasonal factors also play a role in price changes. Experts predict that gasoline price growth will outpace inflation in 2024, especially for premium fuel grades. Retail gasoline prices have been outpacing ...