The development potential of small and medium-sized businesses in the growth economy

This article examines the development potential of small and medium-sized businesses in the Russian economy. In the course of the study, the authors identified barriers and problems associated with the development of small and medium-sized businesses in the regions of the country, analyzed the effectiveness of tax regimes for business and the economy, presented the results of a survey of entrepreneurs, identified activities and «growth points» of modern business. The authors note that, despite sanctions and problems in some industries and sectors of the economy, most innovations for small and medium-sized businesses are more positive, many types of activities have significant potential, in addition, the state is interested in the development of this sector of the economy.