Russia's manufacturing sector returned to growth in June, with the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to 50.3 from 48.8 in May, according to a survey by S&P Global.
The reading marks a return to expansionary territory, as any figure above 50 indicates an increase in business activity compared to the previous month.
The improvement follows a period of contraction, with the May reading signaling a decline in industrial output.
The June data suggests a stabilization in the Russian industrial base, potentially driven by domestic demand or shifts in supply chain dynamics amid ongoing geopolitical pressures.
This development stands in contrast to other major economies.
China's official manufacturing PMI also rose to 50.3 in June, indicating a return to growth after stagnation.