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06.11.2009, 20:29
The business relationship between Russia and Britain has returned to the spotlight with high level visits in both directions, including Finance Minister, Alexei Kudrin’s London trip to promote a Russian Eurobond issue.
06.11.2009, 18:42
Rebounding consumer demand is expected to put the service sector, in which a small niche market exists for English language services, in the spotlight. Despite the downturn, it is rewarding those with initiative.
06.11.2009, 14:38
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Russia is a step closer to bypassing disputes involving gas transit nations with Nord Stream, after key approvals were granted by Sweden and Finland on Thursday.
05.03.2010, 10:48
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This week has seen a new trade law come into force. It regulates retailers and suppliers in an attempt to make their relationship more transparent and prices lower. Insiders say the effect may be the opposite.
11.02.2009, 21:00
One of the effects of worsening economic conditions is that consumers focus more on price, and less on brand names and marketing. That’s seeing Russian producers get the chance to win back the trust of consumers.
19.02.2009, 12:06
The ranks of Russia’s unemployed swelled by 300 thousand in January, according to figures released by the Federal Statistics Service.
03.05.2010, 09:08
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Russia's fast food market has shown huge growth over the past decade, with international and local players alike reaping in the benefits. Some local expats have come to the market looking to take a seat at the table.
30.07.2009, 11:54
Even during an economic downturn, Russians haven’t abandoned their sweet tooth, with sales of sweets and chocolates holding up surprisingly well.
01.07.2009, 22:57
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400,000 school and university students graduate this week. Many will go straight into the ranks of the unemployed. The head of the national jobs agency warned RT now is the worst time for young people to look for work.
16.02.2009, 10:24
The current financial crisis has prompted speculation about the future of consolidation in Russia's mobile telecommunications market, with several local operators recently acquiring retail outlets and internet companies.
Published: 08 November, 2009, 19:47
Edited: 09 November, 2009, 10:50
Video games sales in Russia have defied the economic downturn over the last year to post increases, despite difficult download speeds and transportation issues for discs.
