Analysts have recorded an increase in inflation expectations in Russia.
This indicator is taken into account by the Central Bank when considering the issue of the key rate.
The research for the Bank of Russia was conducted by the analytical company InFOM. The results are reported on the regulator's website .
Back in November, inflation expectations were at 13.4%.
In December, they increased by 0.5% and reached 13.9%.
This figure was the highest since December last year.
Observed inflation also increased and reached 15.9%. Last month it was 15.3%.
Russians without savings estimate the observed inflation at 16.9%.
Citizens who have savings say the figure is 14.4%.
As for the current inflation situation, it has not yet reached double digits.
But there are forecasts that by the end of 2024 – beginning of 2025 the figure could reach 10–11%.
This Friday, December 20, the Central Bank will discuss the key rate.
Previously, the regulator reported a high probability that the indicator would be increased by 1–2% and reach 22–23%.
