IMF Staff Country Reports

Russian Federation : 2018 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report

Author/Editor:

International Monetary Fund. European Dept.

Publication Date:

September 12, 2018

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

The Russian economy is recovering from the 2015–16 recession. Over the past few years, the authorities have put in place a strong macroeconomic policy framework that has reduced uncertainty and helped weather external shocks. However, Russia’s convergence to advanced economy income levels has stalled and its weight in the global economy is shrinking.

Series:

Country Report No. 18/275

Subject:

Article IV consultation reports Banking sector Central Banks Debt sustainability analysis Economic conditions Economic indicators Economic recovery External sector Fiscal consolidation Fiscal policy Fiscal reforms Inflation Monetary policy Press releases Staff reports