Morning Brief: Trump Announced 10% Tariff on 8 European Nations, Gold & Silver Hit ATH (01/19/2026)

1. US President Trump announced a 10% tariff on goods from 8 European nations, increasing to 25% by June 1, aimed at compelling the "purchase of Greenland," impacting gold and silver prices.2. Eight EU countries are considering retaliatory tariffs on €93 billion of U.S. goods, potentially taking effect from February 6, to counter U.S. tariffs.3. US Commerce Secretary threatened South Korean memory chipmakers with 100% tariffs unless they increase U.S. production.4. Fed Chair candidates are narrowed to four, with a decision expected soon; Fed Governor Bowman indicated readiness to cut rates due to labor market risks.5. The World Economic Forum in Davos will convene global leaders, with AI governance and geopolitical issues as core topics.6. OpenAI will test targeted ads in ChatGPT to monetize its chatbot and offset development costs.7. China will release key economic data, including GDP, industrial production, and retail sales.8. The minimum down payment ratio for commercial property loans in China was adjusted to no less than 30%.9. Elon Musk is suing OpenAI and Microsoft for up to $134 billion, alleging fraud and deviation from their non-profit mission.10. Micron Technology's market cap surpassed $400 billion following its New York manufacturing complex announcement.11. Novo Nordisk's U.S. stock surged over 9% on strong early prescription data for its oral weight-loss drug.12. ASML became the third European stock to surpass a $500 billion market capitalization, with potential for further gains driven by AI demand.13. Walmart announced leadership changes, with David Guggina becoming President and CEO of Walmart U.S., and John Furner succeeding Doug McMillon as group CEO.▶️ Download our app here:📌 Play Store: ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tradingkey.mobile&hl=en⁠📌 App Store: ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tradingkey-stock-analysis/id6744304666📢 DISCLAIMERTradingKey provides general information on certain investment products. This information is not intended to constitute financial advice or a recommendation for any specific investment product.