The Western High-Speed Diameter in St Petersburg has become a live test case

The reviving Russian film industry is not only a consumer play but also a driver

Not just “flavour of the month” but a compelling long-term investment theme

A vast and complex sector offers opportunities to oligarchs and niche players alike

Interesting opportunities to increase both market share and profitability

An infrastructure challenge Russia is likely to meet

Much low-hanging fruit has been picked, but other higher margin products ripen for harvest

Can the state legalize this strong business without stifling it?

From subcontractors to genuine, if junior, partners for international players

While missing familiar Russian sweet spots, this sector has a bright future

Despite high and arbitrary protectionism, Russia remains a strong import-dominated market

Ruble appreciation is not the widely supposed fix for an economy now overheating from within

The sector highlights the growing pains – and the pleasures – of Russia’s capital deepening

Despite the construction frenzy, no supply gluts in sight

A deteriorating fiscal position may outweigh even Gazprom's lobbying clout

Russians are already happy outbound travellers, and domestic tourism looks like a boom in slow-motion

An advertisement for returns on investment in Russia

Russians are buying mainly foreign cars, increasingly assembled in Russia

From Soviet behemoth to freight 'national champion' in expanding intercontinental transport corridors

State-controlled, but open for investment