Moscow, November 27, 2003 - OAO RBC Information Systems (RTS, MICEX: RBCI) was named among 60 Russian most actively and consistently growing companies and banks. Entrants were judged on their accomplishments in the first six months of 2003. RBC earned a leading position in the category for media, information, advertising and consulting companies. The rating is administered by the Economic News Agency.

The jury consisted of experts from the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Association of Russian Banks, the Russian Union of Insurers and NAUFOR (the National Association of Stock Market Participants) as well as of top managers and professionals from the leading mass media, analytical think tanks, major commercial firms and public organizations.

The winners were determined on the basis of growth dynamics, reputation on the Russian market and prospects for development. The rating was compiled with the use of both quantitative data available and expert assessments.

Investor contact: Natalia Makeeva
Tel: +7 (095) 363-1111 (ext. 1369), e-mail: ir@rbc.ru, Web: www.rbcinfosystems.com.