As is usually the case, taking a middle position means choosing the optimal image strategy: not to drag things down and say that everything is lost, but also not to hope that the state will solve all business problems. Restrained pragmatists advocate the development of market instruments and for companies to be able to cope with crisis situations independently, but with support from the state.
General position
The sanctions have damaged the Russian economy, and in the near future we can expect higher prices and an increase in the inefficiency of market regulation mechanisms. Nevertheless, a certain margin of safety has been accumulated, and there is potential and prospects for development.
Examples of Business Leader Positions
Vladimir Potanin, the head of Norilsk Nickel, believes jamaica mobile database that sanctions harm Western countries themselves and show disrespect for Russian partners. It is necessary to reorient ourselves to the markets of friendly countries and develop people's capitalism.
“You can live with sanctions, but what you can’t do is allow yourself to be treated disrespectfully.”
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“I would like to restore historical justice and ensure that 25% of Norilsk Nickel shares return to the people, including the workers.”
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Vladimir Potanin
German Gref, the head of Sber, is confident that the Russian economy will have a long recovery ahead. It is necessary to establish communication between the state and business in order to enter other markets.
“We would like to appeal to the state with a request to remove its fears at this difficult moment, because today we are greatly hindered by the fears of the government and the Central Bank.”
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German Gref
Vagit Alekperov, the head of Lukoil, says the halt in investment and the embargo have dealt a severe blow to the Russian oil industry, but that it still has potential for development thanks to its own technologies.
"We have potential. The company is provided with effective reserves. The decision to increase drilling in Russia guarantees not only stabilization, but also production growth of approximately 1.5-2% per year after 2022."
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Vagit Alekperov
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