Economics
Russia’s Oligarchs Brace for U.S. Report Listing Putin Friends
- Congress gave Jan. 29 deadline for Treasury to submit list
- List does not impose sanctions, parts may remain classified
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The U.S. Treasury Department is finishing its first official list of “oligarchs” close to President Vladimir Putin’s government, setting off a flurry of moves by wealthy Russians to shield their fortunes and reputations.
Some people who think they’re likely to land on the list have stress-tested the potential impact on their investments, two people with knowledge of the matter said. Others are liquidating holdings, according to their U.S. advisers.