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Could Russia sanctions backfire?

Jun 27, 2014
Two big business groups warn that sanctions against Russia could hurt US jobs.

President Obama to increase military presence in Europe

Jun 3, 2014
President Obama is asking for up to $1 billion to boost military in Europe

Gazprom goes to China, Russia's economy rejoices

May 21, 2014
Russia and China strike a natural gas deal that assures Gazprom a very big market.

Russia and London: The ties that bind

May 19, 2014
What does Russian corruption have to do with London's rising home prices?

Why the EU and the U.S. target different individuals

Apr 29, 2014
Both the U.S. and the EU are imposing sanctions on Russia. But they're targeting different Russians.

How Russian sanctions could pinch Western companies

Apr 28, 2014
New sanctions take aim at the head of a Russian oil company in which BP has a big stake. BP’s stock fell after new sanctions were announced.

Russia's annexation of Crimea comes with a cost

Apr 18, 2014
The Russian government faces many costs including the bill for infrastructure upgrades, increased salaries and pensions for officials.

For public good, not for profit.

Backlash over Crimea hits Russian economy

Apr 16, 2014
Growth has slowed and could drop to zero within months, Russian politicians admit.

Ukraine's economy, as felt on the street

Apr 15, 2014
"Ukraine needs help from abroad, that's what the interim government knows."

PODCAST: From bailout to IPO

Apr 10, 2014
Will China interfere with efforts to isolate Russia? And, teens are now spending as much on food as clothes