FT: Western investors are looking for ways to invest in Russian bonds

According to the Financial Times (FT), this is due to expectations of the easing of American sanctions against Russia in the event of a peace agreement on the conflict in Ukraine. Hedge funds and brokers seek to find opportunities to trade Russian assets previously excluded from the portfolios of Western companies. Ninety One analyst Roger Mark noted the excitement among investors, especially among hedge funds. The ruble has strengthened by almost a third against the dollar since the beginning of 2025, analysts attribute this to both expectations of a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine and the possibility of lifting sanctions. According to the investment director of the Swiss fund GAM Investments Paul McNamara, US President Donald Trump’s statements about Russia, despite their chaotic nature, may indicate the imminent possible lifting of restrictions. However, CBS learned about the readiness of the Trump administration New sanctions against Russia, which will affect the oil and gas sectors. On March 17, the Bclom House said that the American leader could use “levers of pressure” on Moscow if the upcoming March 18 conversation with Putin on Ukraine does not meet Washington’s expectations. Earlier, the FT, citing a European official Russia could quickly return frozen assets from the Euroclear international depository if sanctions are eased or lifted. Bloomberg also reported that international investors are betting on a sharp increase in the value of shares of Russian companies in the event of lifting or easing restrictions.

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