The Economist: world is on the verge of a difficult new period of strong-dollar geopolitics
The dollar is looking increasingly formidable.
Democrats and Republicans determined to promote American manufacturing, the world is on the verge of a difficult new period of strong-dollar geopolitics.
The country’s persistent trade deficit
President Joe Biden a strong dollar complicates his manufacturing agenda.
Robert Lighthizer, the architect of tariffs against China during Mr Trump’s time in the White House, wants to weaken the dollar, according to Politico, a news website.
Risk of further tariffs and sanctions.
The Economist 23 April 2024
https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/23/why-a-stronger-dollar-is-dangerous
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