Analysis of SMEs in Medium-sized Cities’ Influence Zone in Tatarstan

The article discusses the local level to support small and medium-sized businesses. This research examines the characteristics of small and medium businesses in the cities which belong to the medium-sized category. The object of study is medium-sized cities of the Republic of Tatarstan. We use the statistical data of the Federal State Statistics Service for the analysis of the main problems and prospects of business development in the considered cities. The analysis showed a lack of development of small and medium-sized businesses in these areas. The author recommends measures to improve the business climate in the medium-sized cities of Republic of Tatatrstan.