RUSS-INVEST

RUSS-INVEST, also known as ПАО «ИК РУСС-ИНВЕСТ» (Public Joint Stock Company 'Investment Company RUSS-INVEST'), is a Russian investment company based in Moscow. According to its official website, the firm has been active on the Russian stock market since 1992, though registration records from our database indicate a founding date of March 26, 2021, possibly reflecting a corporate restructuring or entity registration. The company offers a range of financial services including brokerage, dealer, and depositary operations.

Located at 119019, Russia, Moscow, Nashchokinsky Lane, building 5, building 4, the company is a member of the National Association of Stock Market Participants (NAUFOR) and participates in trading on the Moscow Exchange. It claims to be among the top seven Russian investment companies by equity capital and holds a corporate governance rating of 7+ from NRKU.

RUSS-INVEST states that it holds three perpetual licenses issued by the Russian financial regulator (likely the Central Bank of Russia or its predecessor). These are a broker license (No. 045-06310-100000, issued 10 December 2002), a dealer license (No. 045-06312-010000, issued 10 December 2002), and a depositary license (No. 045-08757-000100, issued 29 November 2005). All licenses were reissued in August 2016 due to a name change.

This regulatory framework subjects the company to oversight by Russian authorities, though the specific regulator is not named on the website. Our records indicate that no regulators are on file, which may reflect a discrepancy in data sources. Traders should verify the current license status directly with the company or the Central Bank of Russia.

RUSS-INVEST primarily serves clients interested in Russian securities markets. It offers brokerage accounts for both individual and institutional clients, including Individual Investment Accounts (IIS) that provide tax benefits under Russian law. The company also provides dealer and depositary services. Additionally, it offers REPO transactions and services for sub-brokers and agents.

Account opening can be done remotely through the Gosuslugi portal using a verified Unified Identification and Authentication System (ESIA) account. The broker does not appear to offer forex or CFD trading, focusing instead on stocks, bonds, and other instruments traded on the Moscow Exchange.

The broker provides the QUIK (Quickly Updatable Information Kit) trading platform, a widely used system in Russia for access to domestic and international exchanges. The platform is available as a desktop application and a mobile app for Android. QUIK supports order types, real-time data, and portfolio management. No information is available on other platforms such as MetaTrader or cTrader.

Details on deposit and withdrawal methods are not prominently listed on the website. The company provides a phone number (+7 495 363-93-80) and email (mail@russ-invest.com) for inquiries, along with an office at the legal address. Support is available in Russian, and the website is entirely in Russian, suggesting a primary focus on domestic clients.

RUSS-INVEST targets Russian residents and legal entities seeking access to the Russian stock market. Its services appeal to both novice and experienced investors who wish to trade securities on the Moscow Exchange. The availability of IIS accounts makes it attractive for those looking for tax-advantaged investments. International clients may face barriers due to language and regulatory requirements.

Our risk score for RUSS-INVEST is 48 out of 100, indicating a 'Guarded' risk level. This reflects the fact that while the company appears to be licensed and long-established, there is a lack of independent user reviews and public feedback. The discrepancy between our registration data (2021) and the company's claimed start date (1992) also warrants caution. Traders are advised to conduct further due diligence, particularly on the current regulatory status and client fund protection measures.