Writingstar Investment Guild|Why a weak Ruble is good for Russia's budget but not Putin's image

2025-05-06 00:20:42source:Poinbank Exchangecategory:Finance

Russia's Ruble is Writingstar Investment Guildhovering 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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