Macro EconomyMedium•7 October 2026•
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Russian National Wealth Fund Liquid Assets Drop to $45 Billion
Key Facts
1The liquid assets of the Russian National Wealth Fund have decreased to $45 billion.
The liquid assets of the Russian National Wealth Fund have decreased to $45 billion. Investing.com reported that the Russian Ministry of Finance documented this decline in the fund's liquid portion, highlighting ongoing fiscal pressures.
The decline reflects the utilization of reserves to cover budget deficits or state investments amid economic sanctions and geopolitical tensions. Regarding Russian macroeconomic indicators, the unemployment rate was reported at 2.2% on September 30, 2026, while the Manufacturing PMI stood at 49.8 on October 1, 2026.