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Wall Street: Strong Start to 2026, Fears Due to Rising Geopolitical Uncertainty

Published January 12, 2026, 08:11
Wall Street: Strong Start to 2026, Fears Due to Rising Geopolitical Uncertainty

Wall Street started 2026 with positive momentum, however, rising geopolitical uncertainty and the upcoming earnings season are expected to cause turbulence. The S&P 500 rose nearly 2% in January, continuing its upward trend from 2025. Despite the unstable geopolitical landscape, with recent events such as the US military operation in Venezuela and discussions about acquiring Greenland, stocks have largely ignored the uncertainty. Analysts point to strong prospects for corporate earnings and fiscal stimulus measures as supportive factors. However, they warn that the market is too quiet and that attention should be turned to defensive options in case of further geopolitical developments.