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Dollar Edges Higher as Shutdown Ends, but Underlying Pressures Linger

The U.S. dollar found modest support Wednesday following the resolution of a partial government shutdown and amid stock market weakness. However, gains were capped by a soft private payrolls report, while longer-term concerns over fiscal policy and interest rate differentials continue to cloud the currency's outlook.

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Warsh Nomination Sparks Dollar Surge, Sends Precious Metals Tumbling

The U.S. dollar staged a sharp rally Friday, while gold and silver prices plunged, following President Trump's nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to lead the central bank. The move, interpreted as a hawkish signal for monetary policy, combined with strong economic data to reshape market expectations.