US Dollar
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Why a weak U.S. dollar could help American multinational corporationsA weaker U.S. currency makes it cheaper for multinational companies to convert foreign profits into dollars, while also boosting the competitiveness of exporters' products.U.S. NewsJul 16, 2025
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Loonie forecasts cut as Bank of Canada trails U.S. Fed on peak-rate bets: pollThe Bank of Canada increased its benchmark interest rate last week by half a percentage point to 3.75 per cent, coming up short on calls for another 75 basis points move.CanadaNov 2, 2022
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British pound stable after sharp drop, but analysts warn it’s ‘too little, too late’The United Kingdom's pound has stabilized a day after plummeting to a record low as the British government plans tax cuts to deal with a cost-of-living crisis.EconomySep 27, 2022
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Bank of England warns of more interest rate hikes as pound hits record lowThe United Kingdom's pound sterling hit a record low compared with the U.S. dollar in trading on Monday as the new government announced major tax cuts.EconomySep 26, 2022
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Bank of England hikes key interest rate 0.5 percentage points amid recession fearsThe Bank of England raised its benchmark interest rate to 2.25 per cent on Thursday, a step of 50 basis points, as it looks to get a handle on inflation.EconomySep 22, 2022
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The loonie is at a nearly 2-year low. What does that mean for inflation?A weaker Canadian dollar can worsen inflation on goods imported into the country, though experts say other factors could see the loonie come out on top in global trade.MoneySep 21, 2022
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U.S. stocks face ‘biggest December fall’ since 1931 as world stocks, oil price tumblesWorld stock markets, the U.S. dollar and oil prices tumbled on Tuesday as fears about a slowing global economy gripped investors, just as the U.S. Federal Reserve looks set this week to deliver its fourth interest rate hike of the year.ConsumerDec 18, 2018
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BUSINESS REPORT: The ganging up of the Canadian dollarAnalysts are ganging up on the Canadian dollar and if you believe them, and have some U.S. dollars to buy, it may be better to do it sooner rather than later.EconomyNov 8, 2017
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Canadian economy gets a boost while U.S. downgraded: IMFThe Canadian economy is expected to lead the G7 countries this year, while the U.S. economy is expected to take a hit, according to the IMF.CanadaJul 24, 2017
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Business Report: U.S. dollar down, Canada and the rest of the world upThe U.S. dollar has taken its biggest loss since 2002 this year.Jul 19, 2017
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