Russian deals try and move through the pipeline

Russia’s corporate loans market looks set for a frantic first quarter next year. But there is a bit of activity left for 2007. Steel group Evraz is seeking to syndicate part of its deal ($3.2bn) before year end, as is food retailer X5 ($1.5bn). Read the latest on this deal and others in the emerging markets at www.euroweek.com on Friday at 2pm.