Russia's credit rating is cut to junk, and the dollar hits a new high vs. the ruble

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The financial fallout over Russia's invasion of Ukraine struck another blow on Thursday, as Moody's Investors Service dropped its long-term debt rating for the Russian government from Baa3 to B3 — a six-notch freefall that leaves Russia's credit firmly in the "junk," or non-investment grade status.

Moody's also downgraded the Russian ruble in its short-term ratings, to "not prime."

Both the dollar and euro again hit all-time highs against the ruble on Moscow's currency market Thursday, according to Russia's state-run Tass media. The outlet reports that the dollar had risen by nearly 12% shortly before noon, local time.

Economic turmoil has kept the Moscow stock exchange closed for four consecutive days this week, as Russia's central bank grasps for ways to bring a sense of stability to a chaotic situation.

https://www.npr.org/2022/03/03/1084177384/russia-credit-rating-ruble

A shame the average Russian will feel the pain
 
I feel very badly for average Russian citizens. This Putin-war is hurting and destroying so many lives. What a monster.
 
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