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Moneycontrol22-01-2026, 04:39

US Stocks Surge as Greenland Tensions Ease, Tariff Threats Recede

  • US stocks rose significantly after President Trump softened his stance on Greenland, withdrawing tariff threats against Europe.
  • Markets initially weakened due to Trump's tariff threats but rebounded after he stated he "won't use force" for Greenland.
  • Trump still demanded "immediate negotiations" with "ungrateful" Denmark despite easing military and trade tensions.
  • Major US indices, including the S&P 500, finished 1.2 percent higher, and the dollar strengthened.
  • The controversy had previously sparked warnings of retaliation from the EU and revived concerns about US asset confidence.

Why It Matters: US stocks rallied as President Trump de-escalated Greenland tensions and withdrew tariff threats, calming market fears.

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