MOSCOW, Apr 13 (PRIME) -- Russian stocks increased Monday backed by growing oil prices and strengthening of the ruble, analysts said.
The MICEX rose 1.28% to 1,678.19 and RTS grew 0.52% to 1,004.62.
“A positive dynamics remains on the Russian market in the second half of the day. This is to a large extent stipulated by a sharp increase of the oil price – now the Brent oil is traded at almost U.S. $59 per barrel, while earlier quotations even reached the level of $60,” InstaForex analyst Anton Fomin said.
The oil price is supported by geopolitical factors, including a growth of geopolitical risks in the Middle East. “If military actions break out in Saudi Arabia, the Brent oil price could reach the level of $70 per barrel within several days,” IT Invest analyst Vasily Oleinik said.
Mineral fertilizer producer Acron closed 2.2% higher despite publication of a 47.4% decline in net profit to 6.904 billion rubles in 2014, as calculated under International Financial Reporting Standards.
Below are the MICEX’ five most active stocks on Monday:
| Company | Change, % | Last price, rbl | Trading volume, bln rbl |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sberbank | +3.64 | 74.10 | 12.119 |
| Gazprom | +0.54 | 148.80 | 5.203 |
| Norilsk Nickel | -0.98 | 9839.00 | 3.691 |
| Lukoil | -0.68 | 2617.00 | 3.298 |
| Magnit | +5.03 | 12300.00 | 2.161 |
(51.0678 rubles – U.S. $1)
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