Economic issues and corruption are seen as Russia's biggest problems is a very big problem Rising prices
Despite satisfaction with the country’s overall direction, the Russian public still sees a bevy of problems. Among these, economic issues are the most pressing, especially inflation: 69% say rising prices are a very big problem for Russia. An additional 25% say inflation is a moderately big problem, meaning that 94% of the public is concerned about the issue. Other economic issues near the top in the survey are income inequality and a lack of jobs, with 57% of Russians saying these are very big problems. Inequality, in particular, is considered a bigger problem among Russians ages 50 and older (66% say it is a very big problem) and those whose income is below the country median (62%).
Corruption among the political elite is also a pressing concern among Russians, with 59% saying it is a very big problem. Concern about corruption is especially common among people who lack confidence in Putin (of whom 69% see it as very big problem) or do not support United Russia (67%). Fewer Russians are concerned about corrupt business leaders (44%).
Economic issues and corruption are  | seen as Russia's biggest problems  | is a very big problem  | 69%  | Rising prices  | Corrupt political leaders  | 59  | The gap between the  | 57  | rich and the poor  | Lack of employment  | 57  | opportunities  | Terrorism  | 53  | Corrupt business  | 44  | people  | Crime  | 39  | Immigration  | 26  | Conflict between ethnic  | 20  | and nationality groups  | Source: Spring 2018 Global Attitudes Survey. Q67a-i.  | PEW RESEARCH CENTER 