Thus, the first half of the year, according to the INP RAS, ended with an increase of 4.6%.

Prime Minister Mishustin today called the GDP growth figure in the first half of the year at 5%.

Earlier, the Ministry of Economic Development reported strong growth from January to May in most industries. For example, the volume of paid services to the population increased by 4% year—on—year, construction work added 4.6%, catering — 5.1%, industry — 5.2%, manufacturing — 8.8%, retail trade – 9.3%, and wholesale – 12.3%.

@svezhesti