The dollar index, which measures the value of the US greenback against a basket of other foreign currencies, gained 14 percent so far this year. This was primarily due to the aggressive rate hike decision of the US Federal Reserve and global investors moving assets to the perceived safety of the US amid geopolitical tensions.
From Tokyo to New York, stock markets are on a record-hitting spree around the world
Equity markets worldwide are experiencing highs. In the US, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 indexes hit records this week, while the Dow Jones Industrial