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Yemen, Saudi Arabia strike Houthis as counteroffensive gets underway

·The Hindu·Impact 4/5 · High
MeridStreet AI summary

The Yemeni military and the Saudi-led coalition have launched a counteroffensive against the Houthi rebels in Yemen. This move marks a significant escalation in the conflict, with the Yemeni military conducting over 1,000 strikes and the Saudi-led coalition flying 100 warplanes in support. The offensive aims to retake the Houthi-held capital, Sanaa, and potentially shift the balance of power in the region.

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MeridStreet analysis

Why it matters

The conflict in Yemen is escalating, with the Yemeni military and Saudi-led coalition launching strikes against the Houthi-held capital. This escalation could lead to increased instability in the region, affecting global markets.

Market impact

Impact score
4 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
War & escalation
Model confidence
75%

Markets & countries in focus

YemenSaudi Arabia

Transmission channels

Military escalation→Increased instability→Risk aversion→Safe-haven assets rise→Global equities fall

Likely winners & losers

Winners

  • Safe-haven assets
  • Defence stocks

Under pressure

  • Global equities
  • Emerging markets

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