UBS (UBS.N): We believe the market is concerned that without an agreement, Saudi Arabia and Russia may resume supply of 1.3 million barrels per day in early 2024.

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez: If the EU does not make a decision, Spain may decide on its own whether to recognize the Palestinian state.

UBS (UBS.N): The platinum market was undersupplied again in the third quarter of 2023, but the deficit was smaller than in the first and second quarters.

UBS (UBS.N): Oil prices are likely to remain volatile in the short term and will continue to rise in the coming months.

According to i24News: The first batch of Israeli hostages are on their way to the Rafah crossing.

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez: The current ceasefire in Gaza is not enough, we need a permanent ceasefire.

According to Ukrainian Pravda: Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Defense stated that the purchase of missiles and ammunition will be a priority in the 2024 defense budget, and approximately US$4.82 billion will be used for this purpose.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: Discussed with Dutch Prime Minister Rutte the importance of continuing to provide military and financial assistance to Ukraine. The Netherlands’ recent decision to provide an additional €2 billion to Ukraine in 2024 is the best signal it can send to other partners.

Argentine President-elect Milley: The closure of Argentina’s central bank is non-negotiable.

Slovak Prime Minister Fico: Slovakia plans to extend exemptions for Russian oil.

The U.S. dollar against the Canadian dollar USD/CAD fell nearly 15 points in the short term and is now at 1.3663.

U.S. 2-year and 7-year Treasury bond yields rose to daily highs.

ECB Vice President Guindos: Maintaining current interest rates long enough will control inflation.

ECB Vice President Guindos: Decisions will be made relying on data and uncertainty is high.

ECB Vice President Guindos: The economic outlook faces downside risks.

European Central Bank Vice President Guindos: Inflation may rise again in the coming months.