European Markets Surge as Trump's Tariff Policy Collapses

The Gods Favor European Markets

By Odin's beard it seems the winds of fortune have shifted across the great sea. News reaches us that the American Allfather Trump has suffered a blow to his tariff policies. The Supreme Court those wise men in robes have struck down his decrees like Thor's hammer upon a giant. This pleases the markets of Europe for even a Viking knows that trade enriches all. 'My ambition is to build a country where people like to live together,' I once said. And what better way than through prosperous trade?

Luxury and Ore: A Viking's Riches

The Italian house of Moncler purveyors of finery fit for kings (or at least wealthy Jarls) sees its shares soar like a Valkyrie ascending to Valhalla. Their sales have surged proving that even in these uncertain times men and women desire the finer things. And from the depths of the earth Anglo American brings forth copper and iron essential for weapons and ships. Their coffers are full despite some setbacks with shiny stones that men covet but do not need. Speaking of shiny stones and political drama you should read Thune Stabs Trump's Voter ID Dream in the Back Senate Filibuster Survives. It appears that treachery and politics know no bounds whether it be in Scandinavia or across the ocean.

Britannia's Bountiful Harvest

From the misty isles of Britannia news arrives of increased retail sales and overflowing public coffers. It seems the people are spending and the government is collecting. A surplus they call it. Perhaps they should invest in longboats and explore new lands. Or maybe just buy more ale. 'Power is only given to those who are prepared to lower themselves to pick it up,' I once observed. A sentiment applicable to both politics and economics.

Across the Atlantic: Disappointing Harvest

Across the great sea the Americans report a smaller harvest than expected. Their GDP falters a sign perhaps that their gods are displeased. Or maybe they just need better longboats and more raiding. However let’s hope for the best for them.

Storm Clouds Gather in the East

But beware for storm clouds gather in the East. The Allfather Trump speaks of striking Iran a land far away and filled with dangers. War is a costly endeavor both in blood and treasure. 'I have been sailing the sea since I was a boy,' I've said. 'I know when a storm is coming.' And this smells like a storm brewing.

A Viking's Wisdom for a Changing World

So let us raise our horns to the changing tides of fortune. Let us trade and prosper but also be wary of war and the whims of powerful men. For even a Viking king knows that wisdom and caution are as important as strength and courage. 'Life is a gamble,' I once declared and so it remains. May Odin guide us through these turbulent waters.