The Bank of Russia lifted its benchmark rate by 100 basis points on Friday as inflationary pressures remained elevated and domestic demand expanded significantly. The board of directors, led by Governor Elvira Nabiullina, raised the key rate to 19.00 percent from 18.00 percent. This was the second consecutive rate hike. The bank was expected to maintain status quo.
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