A Reuters poll projects Russia's GDP growth at 0.6% in 2026 (up from 0.8% in the previous survey). Median inflation in Russia is expected to reach 5.7% by the end of 2026 (up from 5.5% in the previous survey). Analysts expect the Russian central bank to cut its benchmark interest rate from the current 14.25% to 13% in the fourth quarter of 2026.