Russian stocks edge higher on Tuesday

Russian stocks experienced modest gains on Tuesday.

The MOEX index rose 0.06 per cent to 2,745.95 points by 12:51 Moscow time (9:51 PM GMT). Meanwhile, the RTS index also gained 0.06 per cent, reaching 949.11 points. The uptick reflects a positive movement in the Russian equity market for the day.

Attribution: Moscow Exchange

Subediting: M. S. Salama