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R&D from Prepd: International Economics

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Logan Scisco

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Russia’s Economic Difficulties (2015)

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Logan Scisco

[fblike] Under President Vladimir Putin, Russia has improved its economic fortunes thanks to high oil prices.  Oil and natural gas make up 70% of the country’s exports and higher prices have enabled Putin to solidify his rule by making economic … Continue reading →

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R&D: Russia’s Economic Difficulties (2015)

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Logan Scisco

[fblike] Here is today’s premium R&D to accompany today’s premium topic brief on Russia’s economic difficulties (2015). Plummeting Oil Prices Could Bring Radical Change to Russia. What Comes Next? http://t.co/xnxHZiligz — The Nation (@thenation) January 5, 2015 How cheaper oil hurts Russia, … Continue reading →

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R&D from Prepd: The Collapse of the Russian Ruble

Posted on December 18, 2014 by Logan Scisco

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R&D: The Russian Economy

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Logan Scisco

[fblike] Today’s R&D covers the Russian economy.  Western sanctions are expected to significantly impact Russia’s economic fortunes next year, with some economists predicting a recession.  Yesterday, the World Bank announced that it expects Russia’s GDP growth to be minimal next … Continue reading →

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R&D: The Russian Economy

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Logan Scisco

[fblike] Today’s R&D provides resources about the state of the Russian economy. Russia’s economy: The crumbling Kremlin? http://t.co/k0vN0LAzjM — The Economist (@EconBizFin) November 14, 2013 Russian Economy Minister Sees Russia’s Growth at 1.5%-1.6% in 2013, Below Govt Forecast of 1.8% … Continue reading →

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