In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest pronouncements regarding Greenland, global investors are shifting their assets toward safer options. His remarks have heightened anxieties over geopolitical strife that could endanger NATO, disrupt worldwide stability, and shake confidence in the U.S. dollar.
Gold and European defense stocks emerged as primary targets for those seeking refuge. Last week, gold prices soared more than 4%, achieving a record peak, while European defense shares reached unprecedented heights, marking their most significant weekly uptick in over five years.
Trump has expressed an interest in acquiring Greenland, a Danish territory, either through negotiations or military action. However, Greenland has made it clear it wants no part of this, with Denmark, Europe, and Canada backing its position. While markets previously dismissed such comments, the recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela have made investors more wary of geopolitical threats.
According to experts, gold is recognized as a traditional safe haven during tumultuous periods, while the surge in European defense stocks suggests that Europe may need to increase its security budget. Companies like Germany’s Rheinmetall and Sweden’s Saab experienced substantial gains last week.
Long-term strategies may prove challenging. Political risks are notoriously difficult to evaluate as they are infrequent but can be extremely impactful. Should the U.S. decide to take military measures in Greenland, markets might witness an initial movement toward Treasuries and the dollar, yet long-term confidence in U.S. governance could diminish.
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