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However, in a surprising turn of events, instead of crumbling beneath these sanctions, Russia's economy exhibited noticeable growth. According to The Economist, despite facing one of the tightest sanctions regimes in modern history, the Russian economy grew by 3.6% in 2023, and similar growth is expected in 2024. The fruits of this expansion are apparent, with an increase in high-paying jobs and a notable rise in household incomes, which adjusted for inflation, grew by 10% in 2024.