The even downward path can be event against a more convincing picture of stabilization of inflation, inflation expectations at a low level, and absence of new inflation shocks," Elvira Nabiullina stressed

The lowest refinancing rate, 7.75%, was introduced on June 1, 2010, and remained in effect until February 28, 2011

Current inflationary pressures, including underlying ones, are declining faster than previously forecast, the Central Bank noted

The even downward path can be event against a more convincing picture of stabilization of inflation, inflation expectations at a low level, and absence of new inflation shocks,"…

According to Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullina, the path of returning inflation to the 4% target had not been completed yet