Erick Tan

#TrumpTariffsOnEurope 🚨 ALERT: #TrumpTariffsOnEurope — WHY MARKETS ARE REACTING 🚨 ​Trade tensions have reached a boiling point in early 2026. President Donald Trump has officially threatened a new wave of tariffs targeting eight European nations, sending shockwaves through global financial centers. ​📉 What’s Happening Right Now On January 17, 2026, the U.S. administration announced plans for a 10% tariff starting February 1, 2026, potentially rising to 25% by June. The move targets France, Germany, the UK, Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland, linked to a high-stakes geopolitical dispute over Greenland. ​📊 Market Impact & Reactions ​Equities: Major indices including the S&P 500, DAX, and CAC 40 have seen sharp sell-offs as investors price in higher costs for automotive, pharma, and tech sectors. ​Safe Havens: Gold and Silver have surged to record highs as capital rotates out of risk assets. ​Volatility: The VIX (Fear Gauge) has spiked to its highest levels since late 2025. ​Currency: The US Dollar is seeing increased fluctuations as traders weigh the impact of potential European retaliatory measures (the "Big Bazooka" anti-coercion tools). ​📌 Neutral Takeaway Market sentiment is currently driven by "headline risk." Even before these tariffs are implemented, the mere expectation of a renewed trade war is forcing a massive repricing of global growth forecasts for 2026. ​Stay alert—the situation is developing rapidly as the World Economic Forum in Davos begins. 🌍🔥 $TRUMP $ETH $SOL