Ruble down after Brent price drop

The ruble exchange rate began to decline on the Moscow stock exchange today.

The dollar exchange rate increased by 0.47 rubles and was worth 67.06 rubles, while the euro rose 0.43 rubles and was worth 77.14 rubles.

Brent oil futures for December delivery dropped 0.99% to $83.33 per barrel this morning, up 1% on yesterday’s close. November U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures declined by 0.71%, to $73.81 per barrel.