Tech Stocks Slide on Trump Greenland Tariff Threats: A 2026 Buying Opportunity?

Tech stocks just took a 2% hit. President Donald Trump's Greenland-linked tariff rhetoric has investors scrambling for the exits as geopolitical tensions flare up at the start of 2026. While the broader market is feeling the heat, some analysts suggest this 'soap opera' isn't changing the long-term AI trajectory.

Impact of Trump Greenland Tariff Threats on Markets

The State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLK) fell 2.2% on Tuesday. Industry giants Nvidia, Meta Platforms, and Alphabet all dropped around 2%. This sell-off followed a Truth Social post where Trump threatened new tariffs on countries opposing the U.S. purchase of Greenland.

The proposed levies could start at 10% in February and potentially climb to 25% by June. With Nasdaq 100 futures down 1.8%, the market's reaction reflects deep concern over a renewed trade war between the U.S. and the European Union.

Wedbush's Dan Ives Sees AI Buying Opportunity

Despite the market rattle, Wedbush analyst Dan Ives remains bullish. "Tech stocks will be hit as the 'risk off dynamic' hits AI names, but we view this as an opportunity to own the winners for 2026 and beyond," he noted. Ives pointed to an upcoming catalyst: a robust Q4 earnings season backed by $550 billion in capital expenditures fueling the AI Revolution.