Marketplace Greenback gains
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Oct 9, 2025 Justin Howe, a Marketplace reporter with keen insights into currency and market trends, breaks down the recent surge in the U.S. dollar. He discusses how foreign political turmoil and economic resilience at home play vital roles. The conversation also highlights the complexities of the U.S. tax code and explores Delta's success by catering to wealthier travelers. Additionally, silver prices are on the rise, driven by fear among investors. Howe's analysis provides a fascinating perspective on these economic currents.
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Dollar Rises Because Others Falter
- The dollar's recent rise is driven more by turmoil abroad than by domestic strength.
- Political instability in Japan and France and safer U.S. prospects pushed investors toward the dollar.
Domestic Factors Stabilize The Dollar
- U.S. easing rates and economic resilience helped set a floor for the dollar.
- Hope for domestic recovery plus lower rates provided stability after months of declines.
Investors Seek Safe Havens
- Investors remain cautious and diversify into alternatives like gold, silver, and Bitcoin.
- Continued political and policy risks leave appetite for safe-haven assets elevated.
