Russia warns of $300 oil, Nord Stream 2 closure if West bans energy imports: live Ukraine updates

Check here for the latest news on how the conflict is affecting markets, businesses and the economy

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has sparked unprecedented economic and financial retaliation from western nations which are piling on sanctions in what France has called “all-out economic and financial war.”

But the conflict will have consequences for the whole world as it cuts off crucial energy and crop supplies, disrupts businesses and upsets financial markets, already under stress as central banks tighten policy.

There is a lot going on out there so check here for the latest news on how the conflict is affecting markets, businesses and the economy.