Russia ETFs Stung by Bank Sanctions

Initially firm in the wake of the Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 tragedy, Russia ETFs have weakened in recent days as investors have grown weary of additional sanctions aimed at the country. ERUS is off 5% over the past week while RSX is lower by 4.5%. Since the start of July, the two ETFs have combined to lose over $109 million in assets. [Russia ETFs Try to Resist Controversy]

Market Vectors Russia ETF

 

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