'Unsettled' Moscow Residents Tighten Belts As Ruble Tanks
In central Moscow, retired businessman Igor Inkin is preparing to turn down simple pleasures like dessert as the value of the ruble in his pocket continues to slide.
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In central Moscow, retired businessman Igor Inkin is preparing to turn down simple pleasures like dessert as the value of the ruble in his pocket continues to slide.
As their country continues to wage war against Ukraine, some Russians are upset that desserts are becoming more expensive.
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'The ruble selloff necessitates a new tightening cycle,' said Tatiana Orlova of Oxford Economics.
The central bank on Friday lifted its benchmark to 8.5% from 7.5%.