"The best currency for savings is the currency of a developed country, which does not depend on natural resources, and also adheres to international requirements and standards," the agency quoted Maslov as saying.

According to him, it is most profitable and stable to invest in euros, pounds sterling and Swiss francs.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, the euro has risen by 17.5% against the ruble.

The growth of the pound sterling amounted to 17.76%.

In addition, the expert confided in the investment in the Chinese yuan.

This currency has grown by 17% since the beginning of the pandemic.

Earlier, TeleTrade chief analyst Mark Goykhman spoke about the factors affecting the ruble exchange rate.