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1. Elite Children Profit from War

In over three years of full-scale invasion, the children of Russia's political elite amassed billions of rubles thanks to the country’s high-interest key rate.

Tags: government, wealth, economy, war, russia file
2. A Spike for Spiritual Services

The Russian Orthodox Church has seen a sharp increase in prices for things like baptisms, weddings, and funerals over the last few years.

Tags: economy, orthodox church, russian orthodoxy
3. Russia's War Falls on the Poor

Data show Russia's war deaths are concentrated in regions with higher poverty rates.

Tags: economy, regions, war, military, russia file
4. Don't Worry, the City's Got It

In Russia's latest efforts to boost birthrates, St. Petersburg students who have children will be paid R200,000.

Tags: social issues, economy, demographic, children
5. Cargo Business Breaks Down

Thousands of Russian freight transport companies are facing liquidation or bankruptcy amid rising costs, falling demand, and tightening financial conditions. 

Tags: regions, transportation, russia file, economy
6. Bad Economic Indicators

Behind its Potemkin façade of stability, the Russian economy faces some real threats in 2026.

Tags: inflation, war, economy
7. Eager for Olivier

Prices for Olivier salad may be up, but its popularity remains high. 

Tags: russia file, celebrations, economy, cooking, russian food, New Year
8. A Pretty Penny to Park

Across Russia, the prices of parking spots are rising faster than the prices of housing.

Tags: economy, cars, city life, urban
9. Rubles to Rebuild

The Russian Prime Minister will allocate over R 4 billion to foster businesses in regions that border Ukraine.

Tags: economy, ukraine war, regions
10. An Essential Discount

The Russian State Duma is considering a bill that would limit the markup on some "essential" foods.

Tags: food, money, economy

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