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Ruble and yuan surge in Kyrgyzstan's currency markets
Between October 19 and 22, the Russian ruble posted consistent gains across Kyrgyzstan's exchange bureaus and banks, while the Chinese yuan hit successive record highs.
Bishkek's exchange bureaus showed mixed movements on October 19. According to Kaktus.media, both the euro and ruble strengthened that day. Commercial banks across Kyrgyzstan followed the same pattern, with the ruble appreciating alongside gains in the European currency.
The picture shifted on October 20. Exchange rates at Bishkek's bureaus stabilized broadly, with the euro losing ground. According to 24.kg, the ruble maintained its upward momentum and the Chinese yuan posted its third consecutive historic high. Commercial banks also recorded increases in both euro and ruble rates.
By October 21, the ruble's advance accelerated. At Bishkek's exchange bureaus, the Russian currency rose notably while the euro fell. Commercial banks confirmed the trend with a marked ruble gain paired with euro weakness.
According to 24.kg, the Chinese yuan extended its record run and the ruble accelerated its climb. The Kazakhstani tenge also posted price increases. The US dollar received partial mention in reporting, though precise rate movements remained unclear.
On October 22, the upward trend persisted. At Bishkek's exchange bureaus, the ruble climbed sharply in value. According to 24.kg, the ruble reached a new October peak, while the Chinese yuan marked yet another historic record high. The Kazakhstani tenge continued gaining ground.
Over the entire observation period from October 19 to 22, the Russian ruble's advance was the dominant feature across exchange bureaus and commercial banks. The Chinese yuan built its record gains continuously. Dollar rates and other currencies appeared multiple times in reports without precise figures being provided.