Central Bank reported an increase in fraudsters’ theft volume in 2025 to 29.3 billion rubles

Russia’s Central Bank reports that fraudsters stole 29.3 billion rubles from customers in 2025, marking an increase in theft volume despite extensive prevention efforts by banks. Law enforcement data indicate that theft remains the most common crime in Russia, while 2025 also saw a record number of bribe-related offenses, underscoring broader pressures on financial and legal systems. The Central Bank and commercial banks highlight that trillions of rubles in attempted fraudulent transactions were blocked, suggesting both rising criminal activity and improving defensive measures in the banking sector.

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