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The US dollar falls near its lowest level in three and a half years.

U.S. Dollar Nears Lowest Levels Since February 2022

On Wednesday, the U.S. dollar hovered near its lowest point since February 2022 against a basket of major currencies. This decline followed cautious signals from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and concerns about the potential impacts of a massive spending bill announced by President Donald Trump.

Dollar Weakens Against Euro and Swiss Franc

The dollar fell to its lowest level against the euro since September 2021. Additionally, it reached its weakest point against the Swiss franc since January 2015. These shifts reflect growing uncertainty in the markets.

Dollar Index Shows Slight Increase

The Dollar Index, which measures the performance of the U.S. currency against six major currencies, experienced a slight uptick to 96.677. However, it remained close to its overnight low of 96.373, indicating ongoing volatility.

Stability Against Swiss Franc

The dollar stabilized against the Swiss franc at 0.7906, recovering slightly from a previous drop to 0.7873, its lowest level since January 2015. This fluctuation highlights the dollar’s struggle in the current economic climate.

Euro Maintains Steady Position

The euro held steady at 1.1802 against the dollar, remaining near its overnight peak of 1.1829. This stability suggests that the eurozone continues to show resilience amid global economic challenges.

In summary, the U.S. dollar’s recent performance reflects significant market concerns, driven by economic signals and legislative developments. Investors will continue to monitor these trends closely as they unfold.

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