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Trump's Tariffs Send Dollar Plummeting Amid Growth Fears

4/8/2025

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Trump's latest tariffs have triggered a 3% plunge in the U.S. dollar, sparking worries about its future as a global reserve currency. As investors pivot from inflation fears to growth concerns, demand for U.S. Treasuries wanes. Analysts warn of a looming 10-15% further decline in the dollar's value over the next five years.

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Trump's latest tariffs have triggered a 3% plunge in the U.S. dollar, sparking worries about its future as a global reserve currency. As investors pivot from inflation fears to growth concerns, demand for U.S. Treasuries wanes. Analysts warn of a looming 10-15% further decline in the dollar's value over the next five years.