“For many Russians, higher utility bills are latest inflation shock”

Key points

• In Moscow, a teacher received a utility bill exceeding half her monthly salary.
• The surge is driven by a sharp rise in utility tariffs.
• Russia faces inflation tied to wartime economy and higher military spending.
• Labor market remains tight, adding to price pressures for households.
• Families like Polina Ibragimova’s feel the impact in daily expenses.