IMF cuts Russia 2026-27 growth forecast to 0.9% from 1.1%

The IMF revised Russia's GDP growth forecast down to 0.9% for both 2026 and 2027, from 1.1% in July. The revision reflects persistent structural constraints, including sanctions and capacity limits, though the Russian economy has shown resilience. This signals a modest downgrade in the global growth outlook for Russia, with implications for energy markets and European trade.