Russian rouble plunges past 66 vs dollar, weakest since May
The Russian rouble slumped to a more than six-month low past 66 per dollar on Monday, hurt by relatively low oil prices and fears that sanctions on Russian oil could crimp the country's export...
Oil could reduce the country's export revenue. It was at its weakest since May 27, when it hit the headlines. Lowest level since July 1, The rouble is under pressure. Traded at its lowest level in a year. Should offer support. In a note. This was causing labour shortages. Russian stock indexes were declining. John Walsh, bank equity strategist. 1,010.9 points, which is a two-month high. Index was 0.4% lower at 2,124.7 point. Ed Osmond