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Почти треть малого бизнеса задумалась о закрытии или продаже

О закрытии или продаже своего дела подумывает 31% предпринимателей в России, следует из исследования ФОМа и НИУ ВШЭ «Лонгитюд малого бизнеса», с которым ознакомились «Ведомости». Показатель в первом квартале вырос на 8% год к году.

Mar 10, 2026 &03271010202631; 05:27 UTC www.kommersant.ru

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Negative for markets

Sentiment score: -75/100

High impact Medium-term (weeks)

WHAT THIS MEANS

Nearly one-third of Russian small business owners are considering closing or selling their businesses, with 31% expressing such intentions according to a FOM and HSE study. This represents an 8% year-over-year increase in the first quarter, signaling deteriorating business confidence and economic stress in Russia's SME sector.

AI CONFIDENCE

85% Very high

SENTIMENT GAUGE

NEWS POWER SCORE

AFFECTED ASSETS

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FTSE MIB (Italy)

FTSEMIB.MIIndex

Expected to decline

Russian economic stress may impact European markets with Russian exposure; Italian index has Russian trade connections

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Euro / US Dollar

EURUSDCurrency

High volatility expected

Russian economic deterioration creates uncertainty for EUR stability and geopolitical risk premium

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Oil (WTI Crude)

CL=FCommodity

Expected to decline

Russian economic contraction may reduce energy demand and production concerns

PRICE HISTORY

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⚡ SUGGESTED ACTION

Reduce exposure to Russian-linked assets and European companies with significant Russian operations. Monitor emerging market volatility and consider defensive positioning in stable developed markets.

KEY SIGNALS

Business confidence collapse in Russian SME sector31% closure/sale consideration rate (8% YoY increase)Economic stress indicators deterioratingPotential employment and GDP contraction aheadCapital flight and business restructuring risk

SECTORS INVOLVED

Small and Medium EnterprisesRetailManufacturingServicesRussian Economy

Analysis generated on Mar 10, 2026 at 05:38 UTC

Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by artificial intelligence for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or solicitation. Original reporting by Kommersant. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Почти треть малого бизнеса задумалась о закрытии или продаже

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