Russia Conducts Ballistic and Hypersonic Missile Tests

Russia conducted tests of ballistic and hypersonic missiles as part of large-scale nuclear deterrence exercises, signaling heightened military readiness amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The demonstrations are likely to reinforce risk aversion toward Russian assets, sustaining pressure on the rouble and local equities due to elevated sovereign risk and potential for escalated sanctions. These developments amplify capital flow restrictions and deepen the discount applied by international investors to Russian fixed income and energy export-linked assets. The market will focus on the next round of EU deliberations on energy import curbs and potential secondary sanctions, expected within the coming weeks, as a key near-term catalyst.

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