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Record 60% of Russians pessimistic about economy amid viral influencer critique

A viral video by Russian influencer Victoria Bonya criticizing the country's economy has coincided with a record high in public pessimism, according to a Gallup poll. The poll found that 60% of Russians believe economic conditions are worsening, a significant increase from previous years and the first time a majority has expressed such sentiment. This widespread discontent threatens the Kremlin's social stability, as a perceived social truce between the government and its citizens fractures under the strain of war-related expenses and broken promises. AI

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Record 60% of Russians pessimistic about economy amid viral influencer critique

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Tristan Bove ·

    It started with one viral influencer complaining about Russia’s economy. Now a record 60% of Russians are pessimistic about their country’s outlook

    Russia’s economy has been remarkably resilient, but it could be losing one of its most vital resources: public trust.