The future of Ukraine will be the main topic of focus at the Munich Security Conference (MSC), getting underway today. Sideline talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US Vice President JD Vance will be closely watched, with the Zelenskyy administration making clear on 13 Feb that it would not accept any peace deal that it was not involved in negotiating. There have been concerns in Kyiv and European capitals that US President Donald Trump's push for a rapid settlement with Russian President Vladimir Putin will see Ukraine and Europe excluded from talks and no concessions drawn out from Russia.
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Spanish December inflation confirmed flash estimates at 2.8% Y/Y, up from 2.4% in November. All major sub-components other than processed foods accelerated on an annual basis, with core (ex-energy/unprocessed food) inflation ticking up to 2.6% Y/Y (vs 2.5% prior).
DFA has announced it will be looking to sell the following Green Bunds at its auction next Tuesday, January 21:
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