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...They argue that it makes little sense to ban a non-strategic company such as Rusal while leaving Sberbank, VTB and Gazprom et al still tradeable in the US....
...The group’s explanation is that the deals have been struck between the bankers and a Georgia-registered banking subsidiary. Mr Gilauri et al have normal contracts with the UK-based holding company....
...What really happened at Northern Rock, Royal Bank of Scotland et al? This gives you a clearer idea....
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