Russian rouble firms vs dollar, bolstered by stronger oil



Rouble rose 1% vs USD, 0.7% vs yuan on strong oil, EU LNG sanction relief.
The rouble has gained 37% against the dollar in 2025 amid easing U.S.-Russia tensions.
Forex sales rule expiry adds uncertainty.
Analysts see rouble sliding to 100–107/USD by year-end.

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