Vladimir Putin

• Russian Lesson

  By Alexei Bayer  |  November 1, 2008

  Earlier this year, when it became clear that the U.S. economy was at risk of a recession, some economists claimed that the global repercussions of...

• Putin to Remain Front and Center in Russia

  By Staff Writer  |  October 23, 2007

  Russia has enjoyed unprecedented economic growth over the seven years of Putin's reign, due largely to surging oil and gas export revenues. At any rate, the commodity price surge jump-started the economy--as well as the government to repay its international debts--leaving the ruble devaluation, debt default, and financial crises of...

• Risky Russia

  By Alexei Bayer  |  October 1, 2007

  Soon after Russia's debt default and ruble devaluation in 1998, I had a talk with a money manager with expertise in emerging markets. Professionals know...

• Yukos Crisis: Going Long/Short as Capitalist vs. Government Conflict Plays Out

  By Staff Writer  |  August 2, 2004

  NEW YORK (HedgeWorld.com)--Russian President Vladimir Putin's crackdown on Russia's second-largest oil company, Yukos, has roiled oil prices worldwide and slashed Yukos' stock price by more than 50% in the past year. But Russia's economic strength may be unimpaired and the spread between government and private businesses makes for long/short opportunities....