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GBP/JPY jumps to fresh daily high on news that Russian troops are returning to bases
https://www.fxstreet.com/news/gbp-jpy-jumps-to-fresh-daily-high-on-news-that-russian-troops-are-returning-to-bases-202202150829
Glencore to return US$4bn to shareholders as profits soar on record high commodity prices.
“In spite of the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, 2021 was an extraordinary year for Glencore, reflecting rising demand for our metals and energy products, record adjusted EBITDA and the transition to new leadership,” commented Glencore chief executive officer Gary Nagle.
https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/companies/news/974096/glencore-to-return-us-4bn-to-shareholders-as-profits-soar-on-record-high-commodity-prices-974096.html
As well as the Ukraine/Russia situation markets will also have their mind on interest rate decisions by the US Fed, with inflation in the US at a 40 year high will the Fed increase by 25 or 50 basis points?
A profound failure of the Western imagination has brought Europe to the brink of war.
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/02/lavrov-russia-diplomacy-ukraine/622075/
Researchandhold not so much France as they are actually the largest exporter of electricity on the planet. If the Russian's do invade and sanctions are applied then countries like Finland, Germany Austria, Greece , Poland and many others may have problems with their energy needs.
https://www.statista.com/statistics/1201743/russian-gas-dependence-in-europe-by-country/
Let's hope there isn't a shooting war, especially for the Ukrainian people.
That’s a great response Tilly. I will admit I’m not 100% certain of a deal (whatever that deal looks like). Like a number of investors I find a number of RNS less than specific and limited on real detail. But as an investor I’m allowed to say that?
Good weekend all.