Putin Greenlights Sale of Citigroup’s Russian Unit to Renaissance Capital

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has approved the sale of Citigroup’s Russian banking unit to Renaissance Capital. The deal marks Citigroup’s latest divestment from the region amid heightened sanctions and geopolitical scrutiny. Analysts believe the transfer could reshape Russia’s banking landscape, affecting foreign investment and local credit markets as Renaissance takes on international operations.

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