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Dollar’s Springing Up: Why the U.S. Greenback Just Hopped Over the July Mark

So, the dollar has taken a sky‑high leap, hitting levels it hasn’t seen since July. The real driver? The political whirlwind that’s sent the Republican Party roaring into the White House, both the Senate, and possibly the entire House of Representatives.

Trump Lifts the Trumpet, Republicans Take the Stage

With presidential hopeful Donald Trump front‑and‑center, the GOP is finally holding court over all three branches of government. Think of it as a political “unified government” moment that opens the door for sweeping fiscal and economic changes—eyeballs everywhere are watching, and the currency is buzzing with excitement.

What the Market is Saying

Thanks to that unified government, investors are sounding the alarm and pushing U.S. yields higher across the board.

The 10‑year Treasury jumps to a solid 4.4%.
Anticipation of an expansionary fiscal policy could spark steeper inflationary pressures.
Everyone’s gearing up for Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech tomorrow afternoon—this will be the linchpin for interest‑rate direction.

Powell’s Talk: Dovish or Hawkish?

Watch this: if Powell leans toward a dovish tone, the dollar might cool off a bit, easing its recent surge. On the flip side, a hawkish approach could seal the dollar’s deal and keep it climbing.

In short, the political score is scoring, the markets are reacting, and the dollar is right on its toes—ready for whatever the President and Congress pull next.