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VTB Lifts Ruble Deposit Rates to 15%–16% Effective Oct. 16

VTB points to renewed deposit inflows despite a lower key rate.

Overview

  • From Oct. 16, VTB sets a 15% maximum on long‑term ruble deposits spanning six months to 1.5 years.
  • Three‑month offers reach 16% for Prime and Privilege clients, with the terms open to both new and existing customers.
  • VTB reports a September acceleration in household saving after an August slowdown, led by ruble term deposits.
  • The bank forecasts the savings market at 66.2 trillion rubles in 2025 and ruble liabilities at 62.8 trillion, with double‑digit growth expected next year.
  • Rival lenders also raised offers, including Yandex Bank to 16% for three months and MKB to 10.4–15.7% on select terms, according to Marcs.