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U.S. Dollar Weakens: Gold Rises Amid Market Surge
10/1/2025
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Story summary
- The U.S. dollar is weakening, lifting gold and other safe-haven assets.
- Benjamine Reitzes, a BMO economist, warns of a melt-up in risk assets if the Fed cuts rates further.
- Toronto's market has surged 20.5% over nine months; U.S. markets are strong in 2025.
- Real estate prices stabilize after weak demand; rising asset values widen the wealth gap.
