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Prospects for the Russian economy in 2025
After two years of faster-than-expected expansion, the growth rate is likely to slow over the next year
RussiaTech innovation waves raise chances and challenges
Considering the tech innovation waves that have occurred over centuries can aid preparations for the AI wave underway
InternationalClimate finance is key to developing states’ prospects
The OECD and UNCTAD have released substantial climate finance reviews ahead of the COP29 summit
InternationalOPEC+ faces a tricky task managing its oil market role
OPEC+ has announced that it will further delay oil output increases for at least another month
InternationalSandu victory will ensure EU focus for Moldova
President Maia Sandu secured a second term in yesterday’s presidential election run-off, winning 55% of the vote
MoldovaProspects for the global economy in 2025
Soft but solid trade, cautious monetary easing, gradually slowing services and fading fiscal power underpin the outlook
InternationalUkraine’s 2025 budget will need external financing
Ukraine's proposed 2025 budget passed its first reading yesterday, including heavy military spending
UkraineRussian Central Bank will tighten monetary policy
Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina warned that "more drastic" monetary policy might be needed as inflation rises
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