The dollar weakened near a three-year low as President Trump’s criticism of Fed Chair Powell undermined investor confidence. Concerns arose about potential actions to replace Powell, triggering fears of a dollar panic. Escalating trade tensions with China further fueled economic anxiety, contributing to the dollar’s decline against major currencies like the euro and Swiss franc.
Chicago Fed President Goolsbee rejects calls for Fed rate cuts to ease US debt burden
Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee rejected calls for interest-rate cuts to ease the US government’s debt burden, warning that such a move could fuel inflation