Russia Reimposes Capital Controls to Prop Up Rouble
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Russia has imposed capital controls to prop up the rouble, similar to 2022 after invading Ukraine.
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The rouble initially collapsed after the invasion but recovered with earlier capital controls.
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The rouble has weakened this year from capital outflows, falling exports and rising imports.
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Putin signed a decree reintroducing capital controls for some exporting firms to stabilize the currency.
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Experts say the controls may strengthen the rouble short-term but reduce foreign investment long-term.
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