Possible scenario
Diplomatic Containment
20% Chance
The attack produces condemnation, investigations, and incremental sanctions but no immediate military expansion. This path is plausible because Western governments often balance outrage over civilian casualties with efforts to avoid direct NATO-Russia escalation.
Initial impacts
- 10-year Treasury yield Down
- Market volatility Up
- Riskier companies' borrowing costs Up
- US dollar Down
Secondary impacts
- Industrials +0.2%
- Consumer Cyclicals +0.1%
Portfolio impact
S&P 500+0.0%
Each figure is the modeled move of the S&P 500 if the outcome occurs. For information only. Not investment advice.
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