The economist spoke about the reasons for the growth of the Moscow Exchange index against the background of Putin's statements

The Moscow Exchange index showed a sharp increase after statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin at a meeting of the Russian Security Council. The market is traditionally sensitive to government signals and long-term economic priorities. Fyodor Sidorov, a private investor and founder of the School of Practical Investment, told Izvestia about this on September 22.

"The market traditionally reacts to government signals, especially when it comes to long-term strategic priorities and measures aimed at strengthening the economy and financial system. The perception of these statements as confirmation of the stability and predictability of government policy has become the main driver of growth," the economist noted.

According to the expert, companies in the raw materials and energy sectors, which traditionally set the tone in the Russian market and provide the bulk of exports, will benefit the most in the coming months.

"Strengthening the state's position in the field of foreign economic policy creates additional guarantees for them to maintain demand," Sidorov concluded.

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According to the data of the trading platform, the ruble index of the Moscow Exchange reached 2,734.32 on that day. Before the president's speech, it was losing about 0.8%, dropping to 2,711.64 points. At the same time, the value of the increased index remains 0.02% lower than at the close of trading on Friday.

Earlier in the day, Putin held an operational meeting with permanent members of the Russian Security Council, at which he declared Russia's readiness to adhere to restrictions under the Strategic Offensive Arms Reduction Treaty (START Treaty) after February 5, 2026 for another year. He added that the measure would become viable provided that the United States did not take steps that would undermine the "balance of deterrence capabilities."

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