Government support for the construction sector as a development factor during the pandemic

Abstract

The construction industry is one of the key sectors of the Russian economy, since it affects the national projects, other industries and social relations. The construction industry plays an important role in creating modern images of cities, building infrastructure facilities and improving the quality of life of the Russian population. The article aims to determine the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the construction sector of the Russian Federation. The quantitative and qualitative indicators of development of the construction industry, including the dynamics of the business confidence index, are analyzed. The most significant problems in the construction sector caused by the coronavirus pandemic are identified. The trends created by government support measures are revealed.