Dollar

The dollar’s international clout is expected to erode over the next 10 years and potential alternatives through Brics+ are perceived as a threat

Movements in headline inflation are a key indicator, but decisions are also influenced by central banks around the world, especially the US Federal Reserve

Higher crude oil prices, US refinery shutdowns, global diesel shortages and a weaker rand among the factors blamed

The US acting deputy secretary of state said the US dollar was a driver of ‘global good’

The dollar’s dominance provides a platform for Uncle Sam to protect his political power and enforce its geopolitical objectives

Brics nations are intent on forming a currency that facilitates equitable treatment in global trade and addresses the US dollar as a tool for American supremacy

The West’s actions against Russia since the war in Ukraine could signal an emerging new order that shuns the US for weaponising the dollar

The dollar has been on the ascent in recent months, but it stumbled after Trump’s latest criticism of the central bank

South Africa is less likely to suffer but investors will look for the elusive factor — growth

Further tapering of monetary stimulus, announced by the US Federal Reserve, has seen the dollar climb while other currencies feel the pressure.

The dollar has gained after US Federal Reserve chairperson Ben Bernanke announced plans to taper monthly bond purchases.

Developers have little knowledge about how to turn their ideas into dollars, but this is changing.

Analysts have warned against too much optimism, saying investors turn to the metal when they are worried about the dollar.

As the rand weakened for the first time in three days against the dollar, economists expect a report will show manufacturing growth slowed in August.

The US exit from quantitative easing will not be a sober affair, especially for developing economies.