Russia Reports Inflation Drop to 5.6% in 2025
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Russia's annual inflation rate slowed to 5.81 percent by February 24, 2026, with weekly inflation at 0.19 percent from February 17 to 24. This slowdown follows the Prime Minister's statement that inflation fell to 5.6 percent in 2025, which supports prospects for economic growth. Gasoline prices rose 0.26 percent during the week but remain down 1.97 percent since the start of 2026.
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- •Russia's Economy Ministry reported inflation at 5.81 percent annually as of February 24, 2026.
- •Weekly inflation in Russia was 0.19 percent between February 17 and 24, 2026.
- •Prime Minister stated that inflation in Russia was 5.6 percent for the year 2025.
- •Gasoline prices in Russia increased by 0.26 percent from February 17 to 24, 2026.
- •Gasoline prices in Russia decreased by 1.97 percent since January 1, 2026.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the Russian government implements further monetary tightening inflation could fall below 5 percent, improving consumer purchasing power and supporting economic stability.
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RUTASS (EN)Annual inflation in Russia down to 5.81% over week — Economy MinistryRUKommersant (RU)Годовая инфляция в России замедлилась до 5,81%RUInterfax (RU)Инфляция в РФ с 17 по 24 февраля составила 0,19%, в годовом выражении замедлилась до 5,8%RUInterfax (RU)Цены на бензин в РФ с 17 по 24 февраля выросли на 0,26%, с начала года на – 1,97%