Deficits, Donald Trump and the dollar

How fiscal excess strengthens the currency

World - Financial Times - October 30

What will happen to the U.S. dollar, deficit and debt under Trump? Watch gold.

Gold’s performance may offer hints on what will happen to the U.S. dollar, and how the U.S. deficit and debt story will play out, as incoming U.S. President Donald Trump takes office, analysts say.

Business - MarketWatch - November 8

US shares and Bitcoin hit record highs on Trump win

The result could have a far-reaching implications for tax and trade policy, as well as economies around the world.

U.S. dollar jumps as Donald Trump recaptures the White House

The U.S. currency's gains extended as former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Dollar weakens as investors rein in bets on Trump victory

Markets move after poll shows unexpected groundswell of support for Kamala Harris ahead of Tuesday’s election

Business - Financial Times - November 4

How to devalue the dollar (a guide for Trump)

Greenback attack

World - Financial Times - November 6

‘Trump Trade’ of Large Tariffs and Deficits Looms as Market Braces for 2024 Election

As investors have focused on the potential fiscal and economic impact of the Republican candidate’s proposals, yields on Treasury debt have risen.

Business - The New York Times - October 25

With Trump in power, the dollar is likely to rally but then weaken

Over the incoming president’s second term, the risks of crises may unwind the greenback’s strength

World - Financial Times - November 8

What’s Wrong With Donald Trump?

I think there’s an answer. But it’s not age — or, at least, it’s not just age.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 27

Shrinks against Donald Trump

US mental health professionals take out full-page ad to warn that former president ‘is an existential threat to democracy’

World - Financial Times - October 28

Donald Trump and the autocrats' playbook

‘This is a man who should be nowhere near power’

World - Financial Times - October 31

Donald Trump Is Bored

There’s plenty going on there, but it’s not senility. It’s “extravagance.”

Top stories - The New York Times - October 31

Donald Trump: America has given us a powerful mandate

Trump addresses jubilant supporters as he claims victory in the presidential election.

Donald Trump's historic comeback

The former president claims "unprecedented mandate"

How Donald Trump won

Across the country, voters shifted to the right, making Donald Trump the first Republican president in 20 years to win the popular vote. CBS News pollster Anthony Salvanto explains why.

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