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Russia's Finance Ministry Sold $80 Million in Forex Interventions on Dec. 29
Russia's Finance Ministry sold $80 million in forex market interventions on Dec. 29, the Central Bank said on Wednesday.
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Russia's Finance Ministry Sold $80 Million in Forex Interventions on Dec. 26
Russia's Finance Ministry sold $80 million in forex market interventions on Dec. 26, the Central Bank said Tuesday.
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Wonkblog: Putin is trying to save Russias economy with one weird trick
Vladimir Putin wants to have his dollars, spend them too, and invade Ukraine.That's impossible, of course, but he's trying to make it a little less so with some financial legerdemain that covers up what's really going on. Putin, you see, is forcing Russia's companies to spend their dollars insteadbut Russia's ...
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Russia Slaps Duty on Wheat Exports to Battle Rising Prices
Russia will introduce a duty on wheat exports from Feb. 1, the government said, adding to other restrictions with which it is battling a rise in domestic grain prices.
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Russia to impose wheat export duty from February
Russia has said it will from February apply a duty of at least 35 euros ($43) per tonne of wheat sent for export as it tries to lower prices on its domestic market, hit by the ruble's fall.
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Putin orders vodka price cap as Russias economy goes on the rocks
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his government on Wednesday to rein in rising vodka prices, as he battles to preserve his popularity amid an aggravating economic crisis. Putin told a meeting with government officials and regional governors that expensive vodka prices encourage the production of bootleg spirits, which carry greater ...
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Russia to help companies refinance foreign loans
Countrys central bank to take firms foreign debts as collateral; S&P could downgrade Russia to junk
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As Ruble Falters, Russia Forces Exporters to Reduce Foreign Currency
The announcement was the first open acknowledgment that the Kremlin would use its controlling votes on the boards of directors of major companies to force economic policy decisions.
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Russia Puts Curbs on Big State Exporters' Foreign Currency Reserves
The Russian government told large state exporting companies on Tuesday that by March 1 they must bring their net foreign exchange assets back to the levels of Oct. 1.
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U.S. Accuses Russia of Flouting WTO Trade Rules
WASHINGTON - Russia is starting to backslide on its commitments to become a fully-fledged member of the global economy and trading community, the United States' trade office said on Monday.
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Russia to introduce export tariff on grain
Move aimed at preventing price volatility and shortages
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10 Events That Shook Russia's Economy in 2014
A recap of Russia's economic year makes grim reading.
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Turkey a reliable partner for Russia
Russian Energy Minister Aleksandr Novak considers Turkey to be a reliable partner for the delivery of Russian natural gas to Europe, he said in a live TV interview
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China Will Help Russia Save the Ruble If Necessary, Foreign Minister Says
China is willing to help Russia if needed but believes that the country has the ability to overcome its current economic problems, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reportedly said.
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China Seeks to Use Yuan More in Trade With Russia
BEIJING - China's trade minister proposed more use of China's currency in settling trade with Russia in the face of a falling ruble to ensure safe and reliable trade, Hong Kong broadcaster Phoenix TV reported on Saturday.
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IKEA Unfreezes Sales of Kitchen Appliances in Russia
IKEA, the world's biggest furniture retailer, said on Saturday it had resumed selling kitchen furniture and appliances in Russia after suspending sales on Thursday as it was not able to meet increased demand.
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For Russias economy, the worst is yet to come
For most Russians, the week ended with relief: after trading at unbelievable levels of 80 to the dollar and 100 to the euro
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For Russia's economy, the worst is yet to come
MOSCOW - Deep recession, skyrocketing prices and a fragile banking system: although the ruble seems to have stabilised after its abysmal drop this past week, Russia still faces the heavy consequences of the turbulence.
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Europe faces export losses as Russia sanctions bite
France, Denmark raise questions over whether Russia is feeling too much pain.
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New US sanctions law could undermine relations with Russia: Lavrov
New US legislation authorising sanctions on Russia over the Ukraine crisis could undermine relations between Moscow and Washington for a long time, Lavrov reportedly said
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Ruble Pressures Auto Makers to Rethink Russia Business
Car makers arent pulling out of Russia yet, but they are growing increasingly nervous and moving to control the damage from plunging consumer demand and exposure to Russias swooning currency.