Russian bank Gazprombank suggests a gradual Digital Ruble rollout to minimize losses for banks and give more time to the financial system.
Gazprom is one of 15 Russian financial institutions participating in the digital rouble central bank digital currency (CBDC) test, which indicated that the launch of the digital rouble should be carried out gradually. The bank feels that it will take a long time for the financial system to adapt to the transformation after the introduction of digital currency by Russia's central bank.
Gazprom promotes the gradual launch of digital rubles
Russian banks are likely to damage $3.5 billion (250 billion rubles) within five years after the introduction of digital rubles, according to a study by Yakov and Partners, a leading consulting and management firm.
Gazprobank, a subsidiary of the state-owned natural gas energy group Gazprom, affirmed that the loss to the banks caused by the introduction of digital rubles should be minimized. Although the bank recognizes the need to introduce digital rubles, it proposes to introduce digital rubles gradually.
It is clear that banks have no choice but to find ways to minimize damage. It is therefore essential to take full account of these risks and move gradually towards the launch of the digital rouble to allow sufficient time for the financial system to integrate.
The main reason is that lower recovery commissions are more likely to generate higher profits for retailers rather than lower prices for non-end users. However, Gazprom stressed that the launch of the digital rouble will improve the clarity of all Russian financial investment. This will have a positive impact on the country's financial system and overall economic development.
The new CBDC project has been completed for two years and plans to start running digital rubles this year. In addition, 15 Russian financial institutions, including Gazprom, have conducted preliminary tests.
The central bank and the Ministry of Finance prepared to use encrypted assets in cross-border payments last year. The main purpose is to apply the trade between Russia and other countries. After Russia invaded Ukraine in mid-late February 2022, the host country faced financial and economic sanctions.
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