PUTIN PROPOSED A UKRAINE CEASEFIRE TO COINCIDE WITH MAY'S VICTORY DAY CELEBRATIONS, A SUGGESTION TRUMP RECEIVED POSITIVELY, WHILE PUTIN ALSO ACCUSED UKRAINE OF EMPLOYING "TERRORIST METHODS"; THE KREMLIN AIDE ADDED THAT…

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed a ceasefire in Ukraine to align with May's Victory Day celebrations, a suggestion that received a positive response from former President Donald Trump. This development may influence market sentiment through the risk appetite channel, as any potential de-escalation in the conflict could alleviate geopolitical tensions. Assets most exposed include Russian equities and bonds, as well as Ukrainian assets, which could see volatility depending on the perceived likelihood of a ceasefire. Traders will be particularly attentive to any official responses from Ukraine and further statements from Kremlin officials in the lead-up to the celebrations.

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