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Russian inflation at 5.86% as of March 30; food prices moderate
Russia's annual inflation rate stood at 5.86% as of March 30, 2026, according to the Economy Ministry, with food price growth continuing at a measured pace. This represents a snapshot of price dynamics in an economy operating under sustained international sanctions and capital controls. The figure suggests inflation remains elevated but within a range the Central Bank has been managing through monetary policy.