... Russian diamonds. RIA Novosti RBC Despite India not officially joining these sanctions, fears of secondary sanctions and pressure from Western partners have led to a decrease in the volume of Russian diamond imports. Restrictions on dollar transactions: Sanctions have complicated the use of U.S. dollars in transactions for Russian diamonds, hindering deals between Russian exporters and Indian importers. This has resulted in reduced trade volumes, as companies faced challenges in making payments. Increased competition in the global diamond ...

... support measures from the Bank of Russia. SberCIB Investment Research forecasts the exchange rate at 95 rubles per dollar, relying on high interest rates in Russia, which make the ruble attractive for short-term investments. However, factors such as sanctions and international instability may increase pressure on the ruble. Independent analysts suggest the exchange rate in the range of 98-100 rubles per dollar if demand for Russian export goods decreases and sanctions are strengthened. In such a ...

... author analyzes the causes, consequences, and prospects of the energy crisis in the region. Russian gas supplies to Europe—via pipelines and as LNG—are under increasing threat. On December 20, pipeline gas deliveries to the EU might stop due to U.S. sanctions against Gazprombank. Meanwhile, the EU is preparing a new sanctions package to ban LNG imports from Russia. What consequences might Gazprom, Russia, and the EU face if supplies are entirely halted? Last week, the U.S. imposed blocking sanctions ...

... their legal addresses to reduce risks and increase efficiency. Find out how redomiciliation can help your business in today's realities! Redomiciliation: What It Is, How It Is Used, and Examples from the Russian Market In recent years, the term "redomiciliation" ... ... in international markets. This procedure has become relevant against the backdrop of changes in the geopolitical landscape, sanctions policies, and the desire of businesses to adapt to new conditions. In this article, we will explore what redomiciliation ...

... several narratives are intertwining in the Russian market today — corporate results, dividend expectations, and the influence of external politics — and investors will have to navigate between them when making decisions. What Investors Should Focus on U.S. Sanctions Decision: Whether Donald Trump will announce new sanctions against Russia following the expiration of the ultimatum. This is the key risk factor for the day, affecting the dynamics of the ruble, oil prices, and overall risk appetite in the markets....