Russia

Russia mutual funds and ETFs invest in a wide range of asset... Russia mutual funds and ETFs invest in a wide range of asset classes in Russia. Depending on their mandate, these funds may invest in equities, fixed income, commodities, and alternatives. However, equities are the most common asset class. Russia mutual funds and ETFs cover a wide range of stocks across all sectors of the market as well as market caps and share classes. The funds can be indexed or actively managed. As of 2022, the Russian economy was among the top 10 economies in terms of Gross Domestic Product. The economy is characterized by a large reliance on natural resources, increasing isolation from Western countries, and a small social safety net. Oil, natural gas, and aluminum are key exports. At 15% of GDP as of 2022, investment is well below its long-run average. It’s important to note that many U.S. based mutual funds and ETFs have ceased operating in Russia, mainly because of its invasion of Ukraine. Accordingly, several funds are unable to deal in Russian securities and have decided to wind down. Being an emerging market economy, aggressive investors with higher risk appetite might want to keep an eye on the Russian economy to look for investment opportunities when the geopolitical situation improves. Last Updated: 06/08/2023 View more View less

Russia mutual funds and ETFs invest in a wide range of asset classes in Russia. Depending on their mandate, these funds may invest in equities, fixed income, commodities, and alternatives. However, equities are... Russia mutual funds and ETFs invest in a wide range of asset classes in Russia. Depending on their mandate, these funds may invest in equities, fixed income, commodities, and alternatives. However, equities are the most common asset class. Russia mutual funds and ETFs cover a wide range of stocks across all sectors of the market as well as market caps and share classes. The funds can be indexed or actively managed. As of 2022, the Russian economy was among the top 10 economies in terms of Gross Domestic Product. The economy is characterized by a large reliance on natural resources, increasing isolation from Western countries, and a small social safety net. Oil, natural gas, and aluminum are key exports. At 15% of GDP as of 2022, investment is well below its long-run average. It’s important to note that many U.S. based mutual funds and ETFs have ceased operating in Russia, mainly because of its invasion of Ukraine. Accordingly, several funds are unable to deal in Russian securities and have decided to wind down. Being an emerging market economy, aggressive investors with higher risk appetite might want to keep an eye on the Russian economy to look for investment opportunities when the geopolitical situation improves. Last Updated: 06/08/2023 View more View less