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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.

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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.

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One of the most basic principles of investing is to invest when no-one likes a market.

Neptune founder and CEO Robin Geffen has ruled out the possibility of a eurozone breakup following a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti.

With volatility set to dominate again this year, experts predict which sector or geographical region will surprise on the upside.