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Paul Sonne
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Russia Tries to Bolster Ruble as Inflation Adds to Economic Woes
The central bank in Moscow took steps to counter the currency’s slide, but the war and resulting sanctions have put intense pressure on the economy.
The ruble’s fall is raising concerns inside Russia about rising inflation.
The Russian currency has lost about a quarter of its value against the dollar this year, a reflection of the country’s roiling economy.