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Housing savings agreements launched for individuals
Individuals in Russia can now enter into housing savings agreements with banks, a new financial instrument designed to facilitate saving for housing improvements or mortgage down payments.
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Brokerage clients' portfolios yield 2.9% average return
The Bank of Russia analyzed retail brokerage clients' investment returns from 2023-2025, finding an average annual return of 2.9%.
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Russian regions see slower price growth in May
In May, 47 out of 85 Russian regions recorded slower price growth or a decline, while other regions experienced moderate price increases.
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Mortgage holidays expanded for families with children
The State Duma has adopted a new law expanding mortgage holidays for families with two or more children.
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Cash preference rises to 27% for daily use among Russians
A 2025 survey by the Central Bank of Russia reveals an increase in cash preference for daily payments among citizens.
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Russia's payment services convenience, digitalisation assessed
The Bank of Russia has for the first time assessed the level of satisfaction with payment services and calculated a digitalisation index.
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Russian inflation modest in May, services prices still rise
Headline inflation in Russia remained low in April–May, largely due to declining prices for volatile products and demand-driven goods.
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CBR business activity index drops, AI adoption surveyed
The Bank of Russia's Business Climate Index (BCI) fell to 1.1 points in June from 1.7 points in May.
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Bank of Russia proposes subordinated debt reform
The Bank of Russia has outlined new regulatory approaches for credit institutions' subordinated instruments.
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Russia's central bank consults on climate transition risk
The Bank of Russia has launched a public consultation on draft recommendations for banks' stress testing of climate transition risks.
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Key rate cut to 14.25 percent amid rising proinflationary risks
The Bank of Russia has cut its key rate by 25 basis points to 14.25 percent per annum.
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Bank of Russia cuts key rate to 14.25 percent
The Bank of Russia cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 14.25 percent per annum on June 19, 2026.