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Russia is on the brink of a unique type of debt crisis
Investors believe this would be the first time that a major emerging market country is forced into a bond default through geopolitics rather than empty coffers.
The clock ticks towards a Russian default
Russia is facing its first sovereign external default for over 100 years. Russia made arrangements earlier this week to repay international bonds in roubles, despite the fact that the payment
S&P reduces Russia’s foreign currency rating to selective default.
S&P reduced Russia’s foreign currency rating to “selective default” Saturday due to the increased risk that Moscow may not be able or willing to honor its obligations to foreign debtholders.
Russia close to default on its debt – Bondholders paid in roubles
Russia moved closer to defaulting on its international debts on Wednesday when it paid dollar bondholders with roubles. It also stated that it will continue to do this as long
Russia warns West: gas bills in roubles are just days away
LONDON (Reuters) -Russia warned the West on Friday that billing in roubles for billions of dollars of natural gas exports to Europe could be just days away, Moscow’s toughest response
Russia to “Default” if Dollar Coupons are Paid in Rubles
According to Fitch Ratings, Russia could default if it fails to pay the U.S. dollar coupon payments due Wednesday on its dollar debt. This grace period is a 30-day one.
Russia fears bank run as Rouble crashes to a record low
After the West issued new sanctions against Russia, the rouble fell to a record low against the dollar. President Vladimir Putin placed his nuclear forces on high alert.
Bitcoin investors are looking for long-term investment in a ‘staggering shift’
A growing number of long-term bitcoin investors are increasing their bitcoin stashes as bitcoin moves into 2022. They hope that a December dip is just a seasonal blip.
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Australian government planning digital currency launch, as regulation looms for Bitcoin
While the Australian government is busy planning for its own digital currency, it is moving to “take Bitcoin out of the shadows” with new regulations regarding cryptocurrencies.