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6 months into the war, how's the Russian economy faring?

Aug 24, 2022
Russia remains economically isolated and it's suffering a brain drain of young, educated professionals, explains Kristy Ironside of McGill University.
Russia's financial isolation has contributed to the recovery of the ruble's value.
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As Russia defaults on its foreign debt, sanctions blitz batters economy

Jun 27, 2022
Russia is feeling the impact of Western economic curbs, leading to product shortages and manufacturing slowdowns.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, takes a meeting. Experts don't see Russia's default as a serious blow to its economy, but sanctions are also causing product shortages and manufacturing slowdowns.
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How much has Putin’s war damaged Russia's economy?

May 2, 2022
As sanctions take their toll and Russia's leader writes off Western markets, analysts count the costs for the nation's people and businesses.
As Russia's war on Ukraine continues, ordinary Russians face economic burdens.
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How Russia could feel the sting of being excluded from SWIFT

Feb 28, 2022
Being cut off from the SWIFT system means Russian banks can't legally or efficiently execute transactions.
A protester holds a placard during a rally against Russia's invasion of Ukraine, at Place de la Republique in Paris, on Febr. 26, 2022.
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