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The Bank of Russia's official lowering of the dollar rate reduces demand for dollars, putting downward pressure on the USD/RUB exchange rate.
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The Bank of Russia set the official dollar exchange rate at 76.25 rubles for April 14, continuing a trend of ruble strengthening. This affects import prices and Russia's trade balance by making the ruble relatively stronger against the dollar. Analysts have raised their forecasts for the ruble and oil prices, reflecting improved economic expectations.