Putin said Armenia's EU accession move would effectively mean leaving the EAEU, adding political and trade uncertainty for investors watching the region.
The US Senate advances legislation imposing steep tariffs on Russia, signaling increased geopolitical risks that could affect energy markets and investor portfolios.
The EU has extended sanctions on Russia for one year, impacting equities, bonds, and energy markets as investors adjust to sustained geopolitical risks.
Armenia’s parliamentary elections affirm Prime Minister Pashinyan’s leadership, signaling policy continuity amid geopolitical tensions impacting investor confidence and markets.
Putin threatens higher tariffs on Armenia amid its EU rapprochement, raising concerns about trade disruptions and market risks in Armenian equities and bonds.
Hungary reinstates a ban on Ukrainian agricultural imports, affecting regional trade and agricultural markets, while reversing its exit from the International Criminal Court.