CLEAN : St Petersburg's International Economic Forum: interview with CEO

The transcript discusses the perspective of a Russian buyer considering business with American companies, highlighting uncertainties due to potential restrictions. It also covers how companies that remained in the market continue to invest, while those not present face challenges in decision-making due to emotional and political factors. Despite expectations of significant changes with a new administration, the situation remains largely unchanged, though there is hope for improvement.

What is the main concern of the Russian buyer regarding American companies?

• Cultural differences

• Quality of products

• Business restrictions

• Pricing issues

What is the situation for companies that have stayed in Russia?

• They have stopped investing

• They continue to invest

• They are planning to leave

• They face no challenges

Why do companies that left Russia find it difficult to make decisions?

• Lack of resources

• Legal issues

• Emotional and political uncertainties

• High competition

What was the expectation with the new administration?

• Immediate improvements

• No changes

• Increased restrictions

• Significant changes

What is the current sentiment despite the lack of major changes?

• Things are unpredictable

• Things could improve

• Things could worsen

• Things will remain the same