economy

The Russian economy is finally stagnating. What does it mean for the war

A wartime boom in Russia has given way to sluggish growth, tax hikes and squeezed public services. Will it affect the conflict in Ukraine?

The Russian economy is finally stagnating. What does it mean for the war

TL;DR

  • Russia's economy has transitioned from a wartime boom to sluggish growth.
  • The country is experiencing tax hikes.
  • Public services are being squeezed.
  • The economic situation raises questions about its potential impact on the conflict in Ukraine.