Trump Seeks Greenland Acquisition, Stock Market Rises 1.06%
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 21 2026
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Market Rebound: The S&P 500 index rose by 1.06%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 0.97%, and the Nasdaq 100 climbed by 1.33%, reflecting a positive market reaction to Trump's Greenland acquisition negotiations, alleviating Tuesday's sell-off pressure.
- Geopolitical Risks: Trump's statement about seeking immediate negotiations to acquire Greenland, labeling it as part of North America, has raised concerns about potential trade confrontations with Europe, which could impact future market stability.
- Natural Gas Surge: Natural gas prices surged over 21% to a six-week high, driven by an impending cold front in the eastern U.S. that boosts heating demand, potentially disrupting production and further stimulating related stock gains.
- Economic Data Focus: U.S. MBA mortgage applications rose by 14.1% in the week ending January 16, indicating a rebound in home-buying demand, while December pending home sales fell by 9.3%, suggesting ongoing market challenges, prompting investors to watch upcoming economic data closely.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
