Since Moscow's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russia's economy has shown signs of strength, but experts warn of underlying issues that could lead to trouble in the near future.
Despite boasting low unemployment rates and a growing war economy, analysts caution that Russia's economic resilience may be a facade carefully crafted by the Kremlin to maintain a positive image. The country's rapid growth has been likened to being 'on steroids,' unsustainable and potentially damaging in the long run.
