After a four year hiatus, Vladimir Putin won back the Russian presidency last week. Managers debate the consequences of his victory.
Russian equities approached a seven-month high today as investors bet Vladimir Putin's return to the presidency will extend the market's ongoing rally.
Vladimir Putin has claimed a resounding victory in Russia's presidential election, provoking a furious response from opposition activists who alleged the vote was marred by widespread fraud.
As a tearful Vladimir Putin took the Russian presidency over the weekend amid allegations of vote-rigging, investors are concerned the win could trigger protests and market uncertainty.
A former minister for Europe has urged the government to attach "health and safety" warnings to promotional material that encourages businesses to invest in Russia.