Ukrainian President Zelensky's top aide/negotiator Budanov reportedly sees Ukraine nearing a deal with Russian President Putin, Bloomberg reports; interview conducted on April 4th.

The reported optimism from Ukraine's top aide about nearing a deal with Russia hints at a potential easing of tensions, which could have significant implications across various asset classes.

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  • Budanov said, “They all understand the war needs to end. That’s why they are negotiating,” and “I don’t think it will be long.”
  • The article, citing a US official, adds that a visit to Ukraine had been discussed, but the US has not scheduled a date for a visit from Witkoff and Kushner.
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A resolution to the conflict may bolster risk sentiment, impacting equities and commodities positively, while the USD and EUR could react to shifting geopolitical dynamics. Traders should watch for market movements in energy prices and the currency pairs as more concrete developments unfold.

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