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Ukraine Strikes and Market Moves | Macro Mondays (June 2, 2025)

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Jun 3, 2025
The latest drone strikes in Ukraine are shaking up the oil market and raising questions about U.S. responses. Discussions about upcoming sanctions against Russia reveal strategic moves in a high-stakes geopolitical game. With Europe ramping up military spending, security dynamics are changing fast. Meanwhile, macroeconomic shifts suggest investors should keep an eye on potential market opportunities as the economy reopens, alongside the unpredictable nature of trade policies tied to upcoming elections.
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Ukraine Drone Strike Shakes Markets

  • Ukraine's massive drone strike on Russian strategic bombers significantly impacts geopolitical risk perception.
  • Commodity markets reacted strongly, with spikes in oil, copper, and silver prices following the attack.
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Dollar Weakens on Sanctions Risk

  • The U.S. dollar weakened after increased sanction risks due to frozen Russian financial assets.
  • This erosion of dollar strength is linked to global concerns about sanction reliability and broader currency shifts.
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Europe's Massive Defense Build-Up

  • Europe's defense spending could reach 5% of GDP, including both traditional military and digital infrastructure investments.
  • This level of spending is unprecedented and will drive significant public and private investment opportunities.
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