Two European Nation-States are at war for the first time since 1945. Few commentators have chosen to underplay its significance. At the very least, it is likely to extend supply chain disruptions in the wake of covid. Over the longer term, it could also constitute a paradigm shift for the outlook of countries, companies, and the general population. We highlight five key data types that could help readers to navigate the immediate and extended impacts of the conflict. (NB: this is not intended as an exhaustive list of the war’s impacts or data types that could provide insights.)