May 29 (Reuters) - The Russian rouble on Thursday strengthened past the 79 mark against the dollar for the first time since early June 2023, LSEG data based on over-the-counter quotes showed.
The rouble has strengthened by over 40% against the dollar this year, a rise analysts have attributed to the easing of geopolitical tensions - mainly with U.S. President Donald Trump's administration - and the central bank's tight monetary policy, which has reduced demand for foreign currency.