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Market Turmoil: Trump's Moves Against the Fed and Open Geopolitical Fronts

Published January 18, 2026, 06:12
Market Turmoil: Trump's Moves Against the Fed and Open Geopolitical Fronts

Markets are in turmoil due to the moves of President Trump, who launched a criminal investigation against Fed Chairman Jerome Powell regarding the renovation of Federal Reserve buildings. This has put pressure on the dollar and increased uncertainty about US monetary policy. Powell responded by stating that the threats are a pretext to pressure the Fed to lower interest rates. Despite the initial market reaction, expectations for interest rate cuts in 2024 remain relatively stable. The dispute between Trump and Powell is raising concerns about the independence of the Fed and could lead to a liquidation of US assets. At the same time, geopolitical uncertainty, focused on Iran and Trump's belligerent rhetoric, is boosting the value of gold and oil. Gold and silver are hitting record highs, while oil has risen to a two-month high. However, Trump's statement that he wants the price of oil at $53 a barrel creates uncertainty about its future course.