Russian Bond Index Dips 0.2% to 112.08 Basis Points on Monday

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In Monday trading, the Russian Government Bond Index (MCXRGBI) fell by 0.2%, reaching a level of 112.08 basis points.

Trading activity for the most liquid Federal Loan Bonds (OFZ) was as follows:

- OFZ series No. 26247: -0.4%

- OFZ series No. 26248: -0.3%

- OFZ series No. 26233: -0.4%

- OFZ series No. 26243: -0.2%

The MCXRGBI serves as a key indicator of the Russian debt market, reflecting the dynamics of the entire spectrum of government securities.

The most liquid OFZ bonds are typically long-term issues with fixed coupons (OFZ-PD), such as OFZ 26248 and OFZ 26245, which account for a large share of trading volume. Additionally, there are issues with an indexed nominal value (OFZ-IN) and variable coupons (OFZ-PK), each with different characteristics and suited for different purposes.

Key characteristics of liquid OFZ bonds:

1. OFZ-PD (fixed coupon) - the most in-demand due to predictable coupon payments, such as issues maturing between 2034 and 2041.

2. OFZ-IN (indexed nominal value) - protect against inflation, but their yield is realized at maturity or sale.

3. OFZ-PK (floating coupon) - highly liquid, for example, OFZ 29014, 29024, 29016.

This overview was presented by Alexei Grishchenko, Doctor of Economics, Professor at the Department of Operational and Sectoral Management of the Faculty of "Higher School of Management" at the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation.