Last week, Greenland was the center of attention in the global financial markets. However, Donald Trump’s appearance at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, followed by a speech of his, eased some of the tension. His announcement that he was ruling out military action in Greenland positively influenced market reactions.

During a press conference, Trump stated that the US has complete access and emphasized, “There is no end, there is no time limit,” indicating a focus on factual matters. This has led the financial markets to believe that the US is stepping back from potential conflicts. NATO’s Secretary General confirmed discussions concerning operational details.

Although specifics are scarce, the markets received a temporary respite. Nevertheless, the unresolved issues mean that the risk of policy changes continues to be a significant concern.

This has resulted in considerable pressure on the stock market, while gold prices remain near new all-time highs. Confidence in most currencies appears low, except for the Swiss franc, which is benefiting from its status as a safe haven. This is largely due to various political issues in the UK, Japan, and the Eurozone that are weighing down their respective currencies.

The weakness of the US Dollar is closely tied to America’s involvement in trade and geopolitical matters, which undermine the currency and US assets.

In contrast, Switzerland enjoys political stability and robust regulations that support its financial system. Its non-NATO status allows it to maintain a neutral stance, contributing to a more stable economy and currency.

Looking at the US economic data released last week, the annualised GDP growth rose from 4.3 percent to 4.4 percent, while consumer spending remained steady. The delayed report on personal consumption expenditures showed an increase, with consumer spending holding at 3.5 percent.

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