BulletinsThe Federal Reserve Raises Rates as Inflation Stays Firm
The Federal Reserve raises rates while inflation remains elevated, putting borrowing costs and future policy choices back at the centre of the economic outlook.
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BulletinsRussian food exporters join a trade mission in Ulaanbaatar
Russian food exporters joined a mission in Ulaanbaatar as sales to Mongolia rose. The figures describe past shipments, not new contracts concluded at the talks.
BulletinsRosatom reports a late-June jump in charging demand
Rosatom reported a late-June rise in charging demand. This statement is a short-term network signal, not a measure of nationwide electric-vehicle market growth.
BulletinsRussian flax meal shipments open a market in Turkey
Russia has begun flax meal and cake shipments to Turkey. The five-month export total records physical trade, not the revenue or profit of individual processors.
BulletinsTürkiye earns more from hazelnut exports despite lower shipments
Türkiye shipped fewer hazelnuts in January–May 2026 but earned more from exports. The totals distinguish physical volumes from the value recorded for shipments.
BulletinsFESCO reports April growth in Russia's container market
FESCO estimates show April container growth above the January–April rate. The periods overlap: neither figure measures a month-on-month change or company sales.
BulletinsRussian competition regulator seeks tyre producers' market data
Russia asks tyre makers for production, supply, and export data. The request starts a competition assessment, not a finding of wrongdoing or a new pricing rule.
BulletinsEkoNiva sends its first milk powder shipment to Algeria
EkoNiva ships its first skimmed milk powder shipment to Algeria. The delivery serves a dairy manufacturer, while plans for regular exports still need follow-up.
BulletinsIMF raises its 2026 growth projection to 3.3%
The IMF raises its 2026 GDP growth outlook to 3.3%. Technology investment supports the baseline, but infrastructure spending is not proof of a project’s return.
BulletinsRussia reports lower seed imports in its December tally
Russia reported a fall in seed imports in December. Earlier Krasnodar figures also showed a fall, but the regional and national reporting periods are different.
BulletinsRussia expands grain terminals as rail investment moves ahead
Russia reports more grain-handling capacity at ports. A July update also sets out rail expansion plans and the role of the Trans-Baikal terminal in grain trade.
BulletinsGlass Decor opens its new glass-container plant in Ruzayevka
Glass Decor opens a new glass-container plant in Ruzayevka. Furnace startup precedes initial glass, with bottle decoration planned for a later production stage.
BulletinsTrade uncertainty pushed the World Bank's 2025 growth view lower
The World Bank cuts its 2025 growth outlook to 2.3% as trade tensions and policy uncertainty weaken the outlook via demand, investment and financial conditions.
BulletinsBrazil prepares recurring Pix payments for subscriptions and bills
Brazil plans recurring Pix payments for June 16. The feature targets bills and subscriptions, while merchants must use clear billing and reconciliation records.
BulletinsOECD trims the global outlook as trade uncertainty weighs on demand
OECD lowers its outlook as trade barriers, reduced confidence and policy uncertainty weigh on demand, stressing a forecast scenario rather than realised output.
BulletinsWorld Bank sees East Asia growth easing to 4% as technology and reforms shape the next phase
The World Bank expects East Asia and Pacific growth to slow to 4% in 2025, with technology adoption, skills and reforms shaping regional productivity prospects.
BulletinsWorld Bank sees resilient Sub-Saharan growth under tight fiscal conditions
The World Bank finds resilient growth in Sub-Saharan Africa with limited fiscal room, making spending efficiency and private-sector jobs central to policy aims.
BulletinsWorld Bank expects a modest MENA recovery and calls for stronger private business
The World Bank finds modestly faster MENA growth in 2025, linking outlook to private investment, predictable rules and firms' ability to expand and create jobs.
BulletinsIMF lowers its 2025 growth forecast to 2.8%
The IMF cuts its 2025 world growth forecast to 2.8%. The April reference case uses an early-month information cut-off, not all subsequent tariff policy changes.
BulletinsThe ECB cut rates as trade risks clouded the outlook
The ECB reduces its three rates by 25 basis points as inflation eases, while trade uncertainty complicates the outlook for demand and the next policy decisions.
BulletinsJapan plans rice reserve sales as household prices climb
Japan plans to sell reserve rice through a first tender. This announcement sets a timetable, but retail availability and price relief remain to be demonstrated.
BulletinsIMF projects 3.3% world growth with differing national outlooks
The IMF projects world growth of 3.3% in 2025 and 2026 but differing national revisions show why a stable global figure cannot stand in for local market demand.
BulletinsRussian ports lose tonnage while grain and fertiliser shipments grow
Russian port cargo fell in 2024, but grain and fertilisers grew. The figures show changing cargo mix rather than a uniform decline across the maritime industry.
BulletinsSPIMEX prepares lumber export trading for 2025
SPIMEX plans lumber export trading for 2025 with RUB settlements. The December announcement concerns a proposed channel, not completed sales or delivered goods.
BulletinsIMF projects 3.2% global growth as regional prospects diverge
The IMF puts global growth at 3.2% for 2024 and 2025, but regional revisions and shifting risks mean steady headline does not imply uniform economic conditions.
BulletinsWTO sees a gradual goods-trade recovery while risks remain elevated
The WTO forecasts a gradual rebound in merchandise trade after 2023 decline, with changing risks and a clear distinction between trade volumes and sales values.
BulletinsBelarus discusses train production options with Russian companies
Belarus is discussing train assembly and possible cooperation to restore production at Stadler Minsk. The talks do not establish a completed deal or start date.
BulletinsOnline notarial requests grew sharply in early 2024
Remote notarial activity grew in Russia in the first eight months of 2024. The figures count completed actions, not distinct customers or measured time savings.
BulletinsMalaysia sets out its 2024 glove export outlook
Malaysia’s ministry forecast higher glove export revenue for 2024. The outlook concerns trade value, not shipment volumes or the profit of individual producers.
BulletinsThe Bank of England made a finely balanced cut to 5%
The Bank of England cuts its policy rate to 5% in a narrow vote, signalling room to ease while debate continues over inflation risks and the strength of demand.
BulletinsNew Japanese banknotes bring an upgrade bill for small businesses
Japan introduces redesigned banknotes while shops adapt cash machines. Previous notes remain valid, but equipment compatibility creates a further business cost.
BulletinsThe World Bank saw stability, but not a return to the old growth pace
The World Bank expects world growth to stabilise in 2024, but at a pace below the pre-pandemic average, leaving a gap between steady output and a full recovery.
BulletinsContainer production planned for Yesipovo industrial park
China Amulite plans container production in Yesipovo, starting with standard units before refrigerated models. Planned investment remains a phased project goal.
BulletinsVarnitsa starts salt production alongside Kaliningrad gas storage
Varnitsa starts salt production in Kaliningrad using brine from gas-storage caverns. Current products and future grades represent different business milestones.
BulletinsPhosAgro brings its expanded Volkhov complex into operation
PhosAgro unveils its expanded Volkhov fertilizer complex. The launch joins production and storage investment, while annual capacity remains distinct from sales.
BulletinsRussian aquaculture output reaches 402,000 tonnes
Russian aquaculture reached 402,000 tonnes in 2023, Interfax reported. The update describes farmed production, not catches or the sales of individual producers.
BulletinsIMF sees a steadier path to a soft landing, with growth still below its long-run pace
The IMF lifts its 2024 growth outlook as major economies prove resilient, while warning that the global outlook still falls short of its historical growth pace.