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WAR & ESCALATION

8 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine, maternity clinic damaged

·South China Morning Post·Impact 5/5 · Critical

Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukraine's capital Kyiv and its northeast resulted in the deaths of eight people, including those at a maternity hospital. This escalation in violence is significant for markets, trade, and the economy as it indicates a heightened state of tension between Russia and Ukraine. The increased use of advanced drones by Russia may also have implications for global defense spending and military technology investments.

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Why it matters

Russian strikes on Ukraine are escalating the conflict. That could lead to more instability and market volatility.

Market impact

Impact score
5 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
War & escalation
Model confidence
80%

Markets & countries in focus

UkraineRussia

Transmission channels

Russian strikesUkrainian casualtiesMarket instabilityRisk appetite fallsSafe-haven assets rise

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Safe-haven assets
  • Gold

Under pressure

  • Ukrainian equities
  • Emerging market currencies

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