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Swedish intelligence says Russia fakes economic data

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According to Swedish intelligence, Russia is trying to paint a beautified picture of its economy to deceive countries supporting Ukraine.

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The Russian economy can only go into one of two scenarios: long-term decline or a shock. Either way, it will continue downward toward a financial catastrophe.

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Official statistics from the Kremlin show that Russia's GDP shrank by 1.8% from January to February this year.

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Official Russian inflation is around 5% and international forecasts predict 5% by end of 2026.

According to TV4 Nyheterna
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Swedish intelligence chief Thomas Nilsson claims inflation is likely around 15%.

According to TV4 Nyheterna, www.kyivpost.com

Context: This is a key disagreement about the severity of Russia's economic problems. If Nilsson is correct, the Russian economy is in much worse shape than officially admitted, which could affect Western sanctions policy and Ukraine support.

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