Russian rouble strengthens past 81 vs U.S. dollar, up 40% since start of 2025

MOSCOW (Reuters) – The Russian rouble strengthened past 81 to the U.S. dollar, supported by rising oil prices, reaching its highest level since June 28, 2024.

At 0900 GMT the rouble was up 1.5% 80.90 to the U.S. currency in thin trade ahead…