Russia-Ukraine Tensions Flare Up Again — Market Focus Shifts from Tariffs to Geopolitics. With G7 Summit in Canada This June, What’s Next for the Nikkei?| Market Commentary for April 19, 2025

Although Trump tariffs seemed to be the main theme in the market, the Russia-Ukraine issue has flared up again. President Putin announced a temporary 30-hour ceasefire during Easter. There are also reports that a memorandum of understanding on a resource agreement between Ukraine and the United States is close to being signed. The resolution of the Ukraine issue may support a risk-on market. With the G7 Summit scheduled to be held in Canada in June 2025, political considerations may also favor the buyers.___I am Japanese.English Version