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Three regions of the North Caucasus Federal District ranked among the worst in scientific and technological development
Economy
Three regions of the North Caucasus Federal District ranked among the worst in scientific and technological development
20 October 2025

The Republic of Ingushetia scored 5.56 points out of a possible 100, taking 85th place in the ranking of Russian regions based on scientific and technological development. The Jewish Autonomous Oblast and Altai also ranked among the worst three.

The North Caucasus republics have been named the most risky regions due to fraud and accidents in the compulsory motor third-party liability insurance (CMTPLI) sector
Economy
The North Caucasus republics have been named the most risky regions due to fraud and accidents in the compulsory motor third-party liability insurance (CMTPLI) sector
10 October 2025

The Russian Union of Auto Insurers (RSA) has identified the North Caucasus regions of Dagestan, Ingushetia, Chechnya, North Ossetia, and Kabardino-Balkaria as high-risk zones due to CMTPLI fraud. Nearly all insurance companies operating in these republics are experiencing CMTPLI payouts that exceed insurance premiums, which, at best, results in zero profit.

Ingushetia and Dagestan lead in the scale of informal employment
Economy
Ingushetia and Dagestan lead in the scale of informal employment
7 October 2025

According to Minister of Labor and Social Protection Anton Kotyakov, approximately 5 million Russians will be involved in the informal economy by 2025. He noted that the situation is most severe in the North Caucasus regions, particularly Ingushetia and Dagestan, as well as Tyva and Kalmykia.

Ingushetia and Chechnya ranked last in the material well-being rankings
Economy
Ingushetia and Chechnya ranked last in the material well-being rankings
6 October 2025

Based on the 2024 results, Ingushetia and Chechnya ranked 85th and 83rd among Russian regions in terms of material well-being. Tuva ranked between them.

Gasoline prices in Dagestan and Chechnya hit record highs
Economy
Gasoline prices in Dagestan and Chechnya hit record highs
1 October 2025

Fuel prices in Dagestan and Chechnya rose sharply in September, making these regions among the worst-rated regions for this indicator. According to Rosstat, gasoline prices increased by almost 14.7% in Dagestan and by 16% in Chechnya.

Ingushetia is the worst-off region in terms of housing provision
Economy
Ingushetia is the worst-off region in terms of housing provision
1 October 2025

According to the Ministry of Construction and DOM.RF, Ingushetia leads all Russian regions in terms of per capita housing provision. At the end of 2024, this figure in the republic was 15.9 square meters, significantly lower than the Russian average (29.4 square meters).

Stavropol Krai acknowledges fuel shortage
Economy
Stavropol Krai acknowledges fuel shortage
1 October 2025

Fuel reserves at oil depots in Stavropol Krai are estimated to be sufficient to meet the region's needs, however, some gas stations are experiencing temporary supply disruptions for certain types of gasoline. This was announced by the press service of the Stavropol Krai Ministry of Energy, Industry, and Communications.

RIA Novosti: North Caucasus Federal District Regions Have the Lowest Mortgage Affordability
Economy
RIA Novosti: North Caucasus Federal District Regions Have the Lowest Mortgage Affordability
29 September 2025

Mortgage affordability in the North Caucasus remains low. A rating compiled by RIA Novosti shows that less than 10% of families in most regions of the North Caucasus Federal District can afford a mortgage to purchase a 60 square meter apartment.

Vodka sales have reached record highs in three regions of the North Caucasus
Economy
Vodka sales have reached record highs in three regions of the North Caucasus
26 September 2025

According to official data, the largest increases in alcohol sales in Russia in the first eight months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 were recorded in North Ossetia (+16.4%), Karachay-Cherkessia (+14%), and Ingushetia (+10.6%).

Economic indicators have fallen sharply in Dagestan and North Ossetia
Economy
Economic indicators have fallen sharply in Dagestan and North Ossetia
24 September 2025

According to a report from the Accounts Chamber, the industrial production index declined in 38 Russian regions in the first six months of this year, but the most significant decline occurred in two republics of the North Caucasus. Dagestan recorded a 16% decline, while North Ossetia saw a 21.8% decline.