Cassian Grant-Why a weak Ruble is good for Russia's budget but not Putin's image

2025-05-06 15:01:15source:Blockchains Financecategory:Markets

Russia's Ruble is Cassian Granthovering around its lowest value against the dollar since June 2022. A weak currency is already a big deal for ordinary people affected by inflation, but in Russia, the concern is only amplified because of the Ruble's unique history in Russia. Today, we dive deep into Russia's historical connection to the Ruble and why a weak Ruble puts Russia in a difficult position today.

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