Russia: CBR Interest Rate - Benchmark Interest Rate

Macro

2026-10-23

Description

The benchmark interest rate in Russia is determined and announced by the Central Bank of the Russian Federation (CBR). This rate directly affects borrowing costs in the Russian economy and serves as a key monetary policy tool for controlling inflation, promoting economic growth, and stabilizing the ruble exchange rate.

When the CBR raises the interest rate, it typically signals an attempt to curb inflation by increasing borrowing costs, thereby cooling an overheated economy. Conversely, when the CBR lowers the rate, it aims to encourage borrowing and investment, thus stimulating economic growth.

Published by
Central Bank of the Russian FedeRation (Choice)
Frequency
Aperiodically
Next Update

AI Data Insight

In the fourth quarter of 2026, the Russian Central Bank decided to maintain its key interest rate at 14%, consistent with the previous value in the third quarter and market expectations, holding steady for the second consecutive time. This was primarily due to rising inflation driven by geopolitical conflicts and government spending. The central bank concurrently raised its year-end inflation forecast to 7.1%-7.6%.

AI Data Insight

In the fourth quarter of 2026, the Russian Central Bank decided to maintain its key interest rate at 14%, consistent with the previous value in the third quarter and market expectations, holding steady for the second consecutive time. This was primarily due to rising inflation driven by geopolitical conflicts and government spending. The central bank concurrently raised its year-end inflation forecast to 7.1%-7.6%.

Description

The benchmark interest rate in Russia is determined and announced by the Central Bank of the Russian Federation (CBR). This rate directly affects borrowing costs in the Russian economy and serves as a key monetary policy tool for controlling inflation, promoting economic growth, and stabilizing the ruble exchange rate.

When the CBR raises the interest rate, it typically signals an attempt to curb inflation by increasing borrowing costs, thereby cooling an overheated economy. Conversely, when the CBR lowers the rate, it aims to encourage borrowing and investment, thus stimulating economic growth.

Published by
Central Bank of the Russian FedeRation (Choice)
Frequency
Aperiodically
Next Update