Russia's Post-Communist Economy

In the past decade, Russia has overcome inflation, privatized much of its industry, and prevented widespread deterioration in living standards. But major obstacles remain to sustained economic growth. This collection of papers is the first to offer a coherent, broad-based, and comprehensive overview of all aspects of the Russian post-Communist economic experience. Drawing from both East and West, it will be essential reading for all those trying to understand just where Russia is now,...
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In the past decade, Russia has overcome inflation, privatized much of its industry, and prevented widespread deterioration in living standards. But major obstacles remain to sustained economic growth. This collection of papers is the first to offer a coherent, broad-based, and comprehensive overview of all aspects of the Russian post-Communist economic experience. Drawing from both East and West, it will be essential reading for all those trying to understand just where Russia is now, how it got there, and where it is going.