Real Vision: Finance & Investing Greenland Tensions, Record Metals, and Crypto Volatility: PALvatar Market Recap, January 20 2026
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Jan 20, 2026 Tensions in Greenland are causing a global market shake-up, with equities on the decline and volatility spiking. Record highs in gold and silver capture investors' attention amidst a critical Supreme Court case impacting the Fed's independence. Canada faces surprising inflation signals while Japan experiences a booming AI-driven export wave alongside rising bond yields. Meanwhile, Ethereum's recent growth may be hindered by spam transactions, and Solana introduces a new $3 million fund for early-stage projects.
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Geopolitics Triggered A Global Risk-Off
- Geopolitical strain from Greenland tensions and tariff threats triggered a global risk-off move across equities and volatility indexes.
- Gold and silver rallied to fresh records as investors rushed to safe havens amid trade and political uncertainty.
Metals Rally And Volatility Spike
- Precious metals hit new highs with gold up roughly 70% since Trump's second term began, reflecting a sustained flight to safety.
- The VIX reached a two-month high, underscoring elevated market volatility tied to political and trade risks.
Supreme Court Case Could Impact Fed Independence
- Markets are watching a Supreme Court case about the President's attempt to fire a Fed governor for implications on central bank independence.
- Legal risks to Fed independence could amplify market uncertainty and influence policy expectations.