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The dollar’s strength has been putting pressure on other currencies, particularly the euro, which saw a 1.05% drop to $1.0717. This was in part due to Germany’s political uncertainty following Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition collapse. On the other hand, the yen saw a slight gain, but experts are predicting that the rate differential between the U.S. and Japan could weaken the yen, potentially leading to a Bank of Japan rate hike. The Chinese yuan also saw a decline as Beijing’s $1.4 trillion debt stabilization plan fell short of market expectations, impacting the Australian dollar, which is often seen as a yuan proxy.
Looking ahead, the dollar is expected to continue its bullish trend, supported by the Federal Reserve’s cautious stance and the anticipation of inflationary policies from the Trump administration. However, upcoming U.S. consumer price data, set to be released on Wednesday, will play a crucial role in shaping Fed expectations ahead of its December meeting. While the dollar remains strong, investors should be prepared for potential volatility in the short term as markets await clearer signals from both the Fed and the Trump administration’s policy framework.
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