BREAKING UPDATE: MADURO IN U.S. CUSTODY — MARKETS ARE WATCHING
Donald Trump confirms Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been captured and transferred to New York after a rapid U.S. military operation.
Key points traders should note:
• U.S. says it will temporarily “run” Venezuela
• Venezuelan oil reserves may be brought to global markets
• China, Russia, Mexico condemn the action
• Latin America risk premium just changed overnight
Why this matters for markets:
• Oil volatility likely
• USD demand may rise short term
• EM risk assets under pressure
• Crypto may see hedge inflows during uncertainty
This is not just politics.
This is a macro shock with real market consequences.
Short-term reaction or start of a bigger repricing?
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