European Investors Shift Gold Holdings Amid U.S. Trade Policy Concerns

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Key Points:

Euronext CEO Stephane Boujnah remarks on asset shifts due to Trump’s trade policies.
European equity ETFs receive €14.6 billion, U.S. sees €2.85 billion outflows.
Tariffs result in $10 trillion stock market value reduction.

european-investors-shift-gold-holdings-amid-u-s-trade-policy-concerns — European Investors Shift Gold Holdings Amid U.S. Trade Policy Concerns

Euronext’s CEO Stephane Boujnah emphasized the turmoil caused by U.S. trade policies, noting a surge in European asset interest. Investors are concerned about regulatory uncertainty in the U.S., pushing the flow of gold and other assets to Europe. This movement is part of a broader perception shift as some investors view the U.S. as less stable compared to past years.

Gold Transfers Reflect Perceived U.S. Instability

Gold transfers to Europe are manifestations of growing unease over U.S. legal and political conditions. European markets have seen increased capital influx, benefiting large-cap blends and ETFs. The market’s reaction to this transfer underscores an ongoing reevaluation of investment destinations.

Several key figures have commented on this trend. Boujnah remarked, “Trump’s policies have injected massive volatility in the market, in particular with the hesitation on tariffs every day…. There is a fundamental rethinking of investing in the U.S. for European firms, because it is becoming a fundamentally different country.” Trump’s policies Euronext CEO European government officials are closely monitoring these changes, particularly the impact of EU-US trade tariffs on Europe.

Did you know?
The U.S. trade policies under Trump have vaporized about $10 trillion from global stock markets, a significant shock reminiscent of past trade tensions.

Trade tensions previously drove funds to European markets, a pattern repeating in response to the tariffs. European equities, fiscal programs, and regional trade diversification efforts contribute to this shift. Experts highlight how these factors make Europe appear more favorable, potentially leading to longer-term market transformations.

Strategists like Brian Levitt observe a declining U.S. dollar, a factor reinforcing the appeal of European equities. As the fiscal landscape shifts, increased interest in Europe’s fiscal steps, such as Germany’s investment programs, indicates a solid foundation for medium-term growth.