In this report, the Association of Innovative Regions of Russia analyzes levels of innovation activity of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation based on the Ranking of Innovative Regions, with particular attention given to regions that are members of the Association.

This statistical compilation was prepared by the Federal State Statistics Service of the Russian Federation based on data from enterprises and organizations obtained through statistical monitoring and market investigations. The publication reveals the economic development level of the Russian construction sector.

The World Investment Report prepared by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) studies the latest global and regional trends in and prospects for foreign direct investment, reviews recent investment policy developments, and provides a detailed analysis of special economic zones worldwide, addressing existing constraints on their development.

The work by the McKinsey & Company consultancy explores SME development, challenges faced by SMEs, and the process of building an effectual ecosystem which would help businesses meet the challenges and would, at the same time, be profitable for banks.