Danish Fund AkademikerPension to Liquidate $100 Million U.S. Treasury Holdings
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 20 2026- Liquidation Decision: Danish pension fund AkademikerPension plans to liquidate its remaining $100 million in U.S. Treasury holdings by the end of January, primarily due to concerns over America's long-term fiscal stability and credit risks associated with Trump's policies, marking a significant public rebuke of U.S. government creditworthiness.
- Investment Strategy Shift: CIO Schelde noted that while Treasuries served as risk management and liquidity tools, widening deficit projections and warnings from credit-rating agencies indicate that Treasuries no longer meet the fund's evolving risk criteria, reflecting a fundamental change in market dynamics.
- Impact of Trump’s Policies: Schelde highlighted Trump's threats regarding Greenland and broader fiscal concerns as catalysts for the fund's accelerated exit from Treasuries, underscoring the profound influence of political factors on investment decisions.
- Global Market Implications: Although U.S. Treasuries are still viewed as a safe asset in global finance, AkademikerPension's move represents a rare public declaration by a major pension fund that Treasuries are unfit for long-term investment, potentially prompting other institutions to reconsider their Treasury exposure.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
