Tag: Russian Rouble

Rouble Slumps Over 10 Percent to Near 2-Week Low as Russia Slashes Rates Again

The Russian rouble slumped around 10 percent against the dollar in volatile trade to a two-week low on Thursday as the central bank cut interest rates to 11 percent and suggested more cuts would follow as inflation risks subside. The central bank cut its key rate by 300 basis points for the third time in…


Russian Ruble Leaps to Near 7-year High vs Euro

The Russian ruble firmed more than 6 percent against the euro on Monday to a near seven-year high, boosted by capital controls, strong oil prices, and an upcoming month-end tax period. By 1338 GMT, the ruble had gained 6.3 percent to trade at 58.75 versus the euro, its strongest point since early June 2015. It…