US equity markets remained in risk averse mode amid developments in Ukraine, the S&P500 down 1.5%. Other asset classes were more upbeat though, bond yields and risk-sensitive currencies rising.

The risk averse mood continued in US-holiday thinned markets overnight, headlines on Ukraine dominating near term sentiment. European equities fell - the Eurostoxx50 down 2.2% - as did bond yields (slightly), while currencies were less affected.

The risk-averse mood in markets persisted, Ukraine and Fed tightening remaining the main concerns. The S&P500 fell 0.7%, bond yields fell, and the defensive USD rose.

A slightly risk-averse mood prevailed in equity and bond markets, the S&P500 currently down 1.5%. Ukraine and Fed tightening remained the main concerns. Currencies were mixed.

Risk sentiment remained fragile, with Ukraine and Fed tightening the main concerns. The S&P500 is currently down 0.7%, bond yields are mixed, and the AUD and NZD are higher. The FOMC minutes just released are pushing the USD slightly lower.

Risk sentiment improved on headlines regarding Ukraine. The S&P500 is currently up 1.5%, bond yields are slightly higher, and the defensive USD is slightly lower.

Risk sentiment was volatile, with market focussing on news regarding the Ukraine. The S&P500 is currently down 1.2%, bond yields are slightly higher, and the USD is slightly higher.

Risk aversion took hold amid rising tensions in Ukraine. The S&P500 fell 1.9%, bond yields fell, and the defensive US dollar rose.

A surprisingly strong US inflation report caused bond yields to jump. US equities fell, the S&P500 currently down 1.5%, while the US dollar was volatile and is slightly lower.

US equities rose, the S&P500 currently up 1.2%, while the US dollar and bond yields fell slightly.