European stocks fall across the board: tariff threats trigger a chain reaction, and the crypto market needs to be alert to macro risks

2026-01-20 08:04:14

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【BlockBeats】European stock markets opened under pressure today. The France CAC40 index fell by 0.5%, the Germany DAX index declined by 0.68%, the UK FTSE 100 index dropped by 0.67%, the Italy FTSE MIB index decreased by 0.6%, and the Europe Stoxx 50 index also fell by 0.59%.

The trigger behind this is the trade situation. Reports indicate that the US has threatened to impose a 200% tariff on French wine and champagne. Such trade frictions often trigger a chain reaction in risk assets—once traditional financial markets come under pressure, volatility in the crypto markets tends to increase accordingly. For traders engaged in global asset allocation, this macro environment change warrants ongoing attention.

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SatsStacking

· 41m ago

200% tariffs? Brother, are you trying to start a trade war? Over here in Europe, everything's green... Looks like BTC is about to plunge again.

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LiquidityWhisperer

· 4h ago

200% tariffs? Haha, the US is about to lose patience with Europe. Anyway, the crypto world always plays second fiddle; a cough in the stock market causes a cold in crypto. Now there's no news at all.

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MindsetExpander

· 7h ago

200% tariffs? That's outrageous. European stocks plummeted along with it. Will the crypto market be okay? It all depends on macroeconomic factors again.

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MetaNomad

· 11h ago

200% tariffs? Haha, that's hilarious. This is definitely not a joke with Europe... The crypto market will have to ride the wave of traditional finance again. --- When the European stock market crashes, I knew the crypto prices would shake too. The macro environment is really unavoidable. --- With the tariff war, risk aversion sentiment has all shifted into BTC... Wait, no, maybe it's all flowing into stablecoins. --- The small decline in the stock market actually makes me more anxious, indicating it hasn't fully reflected yet. The real drama might be coming later. --- A 200% tariff on French wine—this kind of absurdity is something we've only seen in the crypto world haha. --- So the current question is, should we follow the trend and sell or buy the dip? No one dares to be sure. --- Macro risks, how can retail investors defend against them... Just pray that a black swan doesn't appear. --- Every time Europe has a problem, Ethereum tends to react early. This time should be no different.

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SerumSurfer

· 01-20 08:30

200% tariffs? That’s outrageous... European stocks are trembling along, how good can the crypto circle get --- Here we go again, every time the stock market crashes, I think of us still being here, outrageous --- Trade war starts and crypto drops, serves them right for smashing the market --- So the entire global economy is about to tank together? Who can stand that --- French wine is taxed 200%, do I need my BTC to drop a few more points? --- This macro risk talk sounds nice, but honestly it’s just an opportunity to buy the dip --- The most annoying thing is these "need to be cautious" words, are they useful? It’s already been smashed early --- So now, is it the time to buy the dip or continue to watch? What do you all think --- European stocks keep falling, but crypto is steady, an inverse indicator? --- Trade friction again, chain reactions again, why aren’t we used to it yet

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ImpermanentTherapist

· 01-20 08:24

200% tariff? Is this guy serious... European stocks are falling along with it, is the crypto world far behind?🤔

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ContractTearjerker

· 01-20 08:21

200% tariffs? This is going to drive Europeans crazy... The stock market's decline is barely noticeable, the real impact is in crypto, risk assets tremble and prices soar accordingly.

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SatoshiChallenger

· 01-20 08:06

Here it comes again. Every time the stock market plunges, people say that cryptocurrencies will follow suit. Data shows that this kind of "chain reaction" has never been that reliable in history. Ironically, the crypto market often moves in the opposite direction. A 200% tariff sounds scary, but is it really going to be implemented? I bet it's still in negotiation stages half a year from now. I'm not trying to criticize, but we've been hearing the rhetoric of a trade war for over ten years. And what’s the result? The market should rise or continue to rise. Instead of focusing on macro risks, it's better to first check if your position management is truly in place. Interestingly, as soon as such news comes out, some people use it as an excuse. If you need to cut your losses, just do it.

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