Since 2008 the U.S. dollar has risen against every important currency in the world.
Its steady ascent has been good for a lot of companies, economies, and investors.
What a Strong U.S. Dollar in 2015 Means
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Deflation in 2015? These Four Charts Say Yes
Deflation in 2015 seems to be upon us. And while falling prices might seem like a good thing, deflation can wreak havoc on the economy.
In a deflationary period, prices will drop, corporate profits will dry up, wages will shrink, and all of this will reinforce the conditions of recessions.
These four charts show that the U.S. has a real deflation problem now...
This "Financial Mass Destruction" Play Is All Upside
While Russia fights for Eastern Ukraine, for now, it's losing the currency war.
Thanks to a perfect storm of low oil prices, economic sanctions put in place in response to the crises in Ukraine, and capital flight, Russia's been forced to capitulate by abandoning its currency peg.
It's all reminiscent of the financial attacks on Iran and its currency.
Profit from China's Currency Move
China's ambitions for superpower prominence are no secret.
But that requires recognition on the world stage.
Inevitably, that also means a greater role for China's currency, the yuan, in the global finance arena.
There are clear and visible signs that China's currency is on the march to that global position, yet until now they've been underreported.
It's an unstoppable trend, and we can take advantage by taking these critical steps...
How to Profit from a Stronger U.S. Dollar
The Fed plans to wind down its asset purchases this month, but Japan and the United Kingdom are still buying, full swing.
Meanwhile, the European Union is just looking to get started.
And, while the Fed is expected to begin raising rates next year, Europe and Japan recently pushed theirs below zero as deflation appears to be the bigger threat.
That's sent the U.S. dollar into a major run up, with the euro and yen on the losing side.
The Rising U.S. Dollar Index Will Nail Multinationals – So Do This Now
Multinational stocks have started to feel some negative ripple effects of the rising U.S. dollar index.
While a rising U.S. dollar index can have benefits, companies with a lot of global business face reduced sales and profits as their goods grow more expensive. For U.S. companies with substantial overseas sales, this means an extended period of pain.
Will a Rising U.S. Dollar Keep Climbing?
The rising U.S. dollar has climbed to a four-year high - but will it continue?
Appearing on the CNBC program "Street Signs" this morning (Wednesday), Fitz-Gerald explained that wobbly economies in places like Japan and Europe will force central banks elsewhere to further weaken their currencies with U.S. Federal Reserve-style easing programs
In this video, Fitz-Gerald takes a detailed look at the rising U.S. dollar and what it means...
Hot Money Will Keep Coming to the U.S.
Hot money is flowing into the U.S., sending the dollar on a tear.
The Best Investments for a Rising U.S. Dollar
The British pound is getting slammed as we near Scotland's vote for independence, so the U.S. dollar is rising compared to this move.
While this U.S. dollar rise is short term, it's creating a major investment opportunity today...
Here are the best investments for a rising U.S. dollar.
Why the U.S. Dollar Is Rising, and Why It's Going to Fall
Make no mistake about the U.S. dollar's recent strength; the long-term health of the world's reserve currency is still as precarious as it ever was despite the recent pick-me-ups it's received in foreign exchange markets.
Here’s why the U.S. dollar is rising now – but won’t be forever…
Stay Ahead of This (Massive) Currency Shift
China's political and economic presence surges daily. Lockstep with that surge is the growing significance of its currency.
Along with China's emergence as the world's second-largest economy, its yuan recently displaced the euro and became the second-most used currency for international trade.
Chinese leaders are intent on internationalizing their currency by growing its acceptance, perhaps even challenging the U.S. dollar as the new reserve currency, a trend I've highlighted here before.
To reach that goal, new yuan trading centers are being established.
But the location of the next major trading hub is almost certainly not where you'd expect.
And the implications will redefine the power centers of global commerce... Full Story
Don't Fear China and Japan Owning More U.S. Debt
The U.S. Treasury Department said today (Thursday) that total foreign holdings of U.S. debt rose 1.1% in November to $5.72 trillion, putting foreign holdings 0.1% below the all-time high of $5.76 trillion it reached in March 2013.
In particular, China's holdings reached record levels, increasing 0.9% to $1.32 billion, and so did Japan, which boosted its holdings by 1% to $1.19 trillion. The two countries are the largest and second-largest foreign buyers of Treasury debt, respectively.
To watch the video, click here...
Currency Trading Today: Follow the FOMC to Profits
Another FOMC meeting is in the books, and to no one's surprise they decided to stay the course. That will weaken the U.S. dollar, which definitely has its risks, but can deliver profits for currency traders who know how to play it.
This window of opportunity won't stay open for long, however...
Why the Falling U.S. Dollar Is Just a Hint of What's to Come
The dollar's recent hiccup against other major world currencies is just a taste of what lies ahead for the fatally wounded greenback. Soon, we will all pay the price for decades of short-sighted government policies. But before that happens, there are several things you need to do...
A History of the Gold Standard
If you want to know why more people are calling for a return to the gold standard, this “history of the gold standard” will explain it all… Read more...