The dollar is spiraling amid a 'confidence crisis' sparked by Trump's trade war
"We are becoming increasingly concerned that the dollar is at risk of a broader confidence crisis," Deutsche Bank wrote.
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3 of the most striking moves on a wild day for markets
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq tumbled after Trump's tariffs went into effect. The dollar also bucked expectations, dropping as trade-war fears climbed.
The surging dollar will separate the winners and losers this earnings season
A stronger dollar is typically associated with higher dispersion during earnings season, Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson says.
A wild year for markets, in 5 charts
Stocks seemed to defy gravity again in 2024, but other areas of the market, like bitcoin and the dollar, also saw wild moves throughout the year.
3 factors will drive the price of gold 11% higher in 2025, according to Goldman Sachs
Goldman pushed back on arguments that gold would struggle to rally next year, citing lower rates and central bank buying as key tailwinds for the metal.
Why a strengthening US dollar could spark instability in global markets in Trump's 2nd term
The greenback could become "obviously overvalued" during Trump's term, a think tank expert wrote this week.
How a Trump or Harris presidency could impact your investments
BI compiled outlooks from top Wall Street strategists to get a clear picture of what a Trump or a Harris win would mean for markets.
A strong dollar is a key risk to the stock market's big rally, Morgan Stanley CIO says
The stock market's two-year bull run could slow if the dollar starts to strengthen again as investors price in slower Fed easing, Mike Wilson says.
Trump's tough trade stance could undercut his plans for a weaker dollar
Trump wants both trade barriers and a weaker dollar. But raising tariffs typically creates a stronger greenback, Barclays Ajay Rajadhyaksha said.
The rising de-dollarization trend is a risk to US stocks, Morgan Stanley wealth CIO says
Morgan Stanley's wealth CIO Lisa Shalett said investors should prepare for a "US dollar regime shift" with implications for stocks.
Argentina's new president is dragging his feet after promising to use the US dollar more
Argentina's president said dollarization is not a short-term goal, as his government is focusing on other financial reforms first.
The Fed's lack of innovation with the dollar means China, India, and others will dominate the digital currency race
US policymakers are miscalculating the resources it takes to keep up with rival digital currencies, and that could lead to a fractured future of money.
Stock market today: US futures steady; dollar, bitcoin hold recent gains
US equity futures were stable as the market awaited fresh cues. European stocks made modest gains after Chinese markets reversed an earlier slide.
Why the beaten-down dollar kicked off 2024 with its best day in 5 months
The dollar had its best one-day rise since late July on Tuesday, powered higher by bets the Fed will take a cautious approach to cutting rates.
The dollar's dominance is continuing to slip
IMF data showed the greenback's share of global central bank reserves dipped to 59.2% in the third quarter from 59.4% in the prior quarter.
Argentina devalues the peso by 54% as it kicks off radical economic reform plan
President Milei is rolling out shock measures for the economy, including cratering the value of the currency and slashing spending.
Israel's war with Hamas will cost $53 billion, Israeli central bank says
Between 2023 and 2025, Israel's central bank expects half that amount to go toward increased defense spending.
Why the Israeli shekel is the world's best performing currency against the US dollar this month
The shekel rose 8.8% from a 11-year low last month, as short sellers left and the Bank of Israel sold of billions of its reserves.
Chinese state-owned banks are propping up the yuan while the central bank signals currency weakness
Chinese banks have frequently sold dollars in the currency market this year to stem the yuan's decline.
Argentina oil company YPF spikes 40% as investors cheer president-elect Milei's promises to revamp the economy
Argentine stocks rallied broadly on Monday following the election victory of Javier Milei, who has said he would work to privatize industries.