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Published 9 Jan, 2012 06:44 | Updated 9 Jan, 2012 11:44

Addiction to brands and a desire to show off are distinguishing features of Russians, says Alexandra Melnikova, senior analyst from Alfa - Bank. But this concerns only those 10% of Russians who can afford it, as Melnikova explains to RT.

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