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Zelenskyy Defies Trump, Global Tech Selloff Drives Haven Bid

Bloomberg Markets Thursday 15 October 2026, 19:12 UTC 1 min read
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered attacks on Russian oil refineries to resume in a spiraling confrontation with Donald Trump over restrictions on US intelligence assistance. Global equities fell as a selloff in the artificial-intelligence trade gathered speed and pushed investors toward the safety of bonds. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has ordered attacks on Russian oil refineries to resume in a spiraling confrontation with Donald Trump over restrictions on US intelligence assistance. Global equities fell as a selloff in the artificial-intelligence trade gathered speed and pushed investors toward the safety of bonds. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe. With analysis you won't find anywhere else, we break down the biggest stories of the day and speak to top guests who have skin in the game. Hosted by Anna Edwards, Guy Johnson and Tom Mackenzie. (Source: Bloomberg)
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