20.02.2008
Russia has enjoyed eight years of robust economic growth and declining inflation. Russian GDP grew on average by 6.7% per annum in real terms, driven by expanding net exports and booming consumption. Strong investment performance has reignited economic growth. Foreign direct investment into Russia is increasing at a rapid pace, reaching USD 36.1 bn in Q1-Q3 2007 vs. USD 28.5 bn a year ago.