Ruble-Dollar Volatility and NA Inflation Outlook
Currency markets are showing persistent ruble-dollar volatility, sparking caution among economists about how price levels could move in Canada…
Swiss Prosecutors Charge Lombard Odier in Karimova Case
The Swiss Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office has brought charges against the private bank Lombard Odier & Cie and a former bank…
OFZ-PK 29026: Russia’s 2038 Bond Issue and Market Implications
The Russian Ministry of Finance has announced a new OFZ-PK issue designated 29026, totaling 1 trillion rubles with a maturity date in…
Teboil Expands Finland Footprint with Four New Stations in 2025
Lukoil’s Teboil unit plans to open four new gas stations across Finland in January 2025, according to the Finnish portal So.fi. The new…
Ruble volatility and sanctions: Bank of Russia analysis
Western sanctions on Russian banks have boosted volatility in the currency markets, particularly for the ruble, and the Bank of Russia…
Protect North American Shoppers From Bot Phishing Scams
Marketplace Scam Bots Target North American Shoppers During Major Sales Security experts from a leading anti-fraud division report a rise in…
Russia Food Market Stabilizes Amid Price Pressures
Russia’s food market remains fully supplied, yet strong demand and rising prices have pushed the government to implement extra steps to…
Ruble Rates and Sanctions: A North American View on FX Movements
From November 30 to December 2, the Bank of Russia set the official dollar rate at 107.7409 rubles per dollar, a level lower than the prior…
Russia Extends Gasoline Export Ban Through January 2025
The Russian government has extended the temporary restriction on gasoline exports through January 31, 2025, a step described in official…
Russian Banks Signal Higher Long-Term Deposit Rates
During a press briefing at the Central Bank of Russia, officials stated that Russian banks now have solid, diversified income streams that…