Trade services for residents in the altai krai in the context of economic reformations at the second half of the 1960s - early 1990s

Demchik E., Gryanikova G.

The article analyzes the socio-economic consequences of the 1965 reforms and the reforms of «perestroika» period, aimed at updating the economic ties between the state and enterprises with a view to the formation of market relations. Based on the materials of the State Archive of the Altai Krai, official statistics and the regional press, general trends in the production of consumer goods were identified, the state of trade and consumer services of the population was considered, and the level of development of public catering was described. The focus of state policy on the development of trade and household services, food and light industries is noted. The partial implementation of new measures has formed a contradictory situation in satisfaction of population requirements while there was the stable production growth in the region enterprises. Conclusions were drawn on the need for an integrated approach to innovations considering the previous state of the economy and regional characteristics.

Keywords:trade services, economic reforms, perestroika, the market, the history of everyday life, Altai Krai.