Retail investors continue to actively buy corporate bonds in May
9 June 2026
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In May, purchases of corporate bonds by individuals totalled ₽94.3 billion, exceeding demand for OFZ and shares. Corporate bonds had remained the most profitable investment instruments in the Russian market for the second consecutive month, demonstrating the best result since early 2026.
May saw low volatility in all segments of the Russian market and a seasonal decline in trading volumes. Nevertheless, the ruble strengthened, while stock indices mostly continued to decrease. Yields on medium- and long-term bonds edged up, while those on short-term bonds went down.
More details are available in the new issue of the Financial Market Risks Review.
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