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US Dollar Hits Six-Month Low Amid Trade War Fears

4/16/2025

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The US dollar plummeted to a six-month low against major currencies as fears of a trade war intensified, particularly following new export restrictions on Nvidia Corp. by the Trump administration. However, a glimmer of hope emerged when China signaled it was open to resuming trade talks, prompting a slight recovery in the dollar's value.

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The US dollar plummeted to a six-month low against major currencies as fears of a trade war intensified, particularly following new export restrictions on Nvidia Corp. by the Trump administration. However, a glimmer of hope emerged when China signaled it was open to resuming trade talks, prompting a slight recovery in the dollar's value.