US Secretary of State Rubio says China trying to take Taiwan would be a mistake, AP reports
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The statement from Secretary of State Rubio underscores heightened tensions regarding Taiwan, indicating that a move by China could have significant repercussions. This could reinforce risk-off sentiment in markets, particularly for assets sensitive to geopolitical stability, such as equities, emerging market currencies, and commodities like oil. Investors should watch for potential safe-haven flows into assets like gold and the dollar if tensions escalate further.
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