Survey: Nearly Half of Russians Say Salaries Don't Cover Basic Costs Amid Inflation, War Fallout
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Survey by Headhunter shows the number of Russians saying their salary doesn't cover basic spending jumped 20 percentage points in 2 years to almost half.
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This highlights Russia's economic troubles amid its war in Ukraine and diversion of resources.
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Low unemployment but weak rouble has driven intense inflation pressure.
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In 2021, before the Ukraine war, 36% of Russians felt their salary was sufficient.
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Russia faces dim long-term prospects according to IMF forecasts, and could miss 2024 budget revenue target.
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