Russia’s trade surplus rises 41% in April, Central Bank says

Moscow, June 15 (Petra) — Russia’s trade surplus increased by 41% in
April compared with the same period last year, rising by $3.327
billion to reach $11.431 billion, the Russian central bank announced
on Monday.

In a press statement, the central bank said the increase in the trade
surplus reflected higher export revenues and stable external demand
for Russian goods, in addition to improved foreign trade flows, which
contributed to strengthening economic indicators during the recent
period.

//Petra// AF