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U.S. Energy Prices and the Declining Dollar

On the energy front, we’ve seen several days of declining prices. Oil has led the way, falling from about $146 to $126. Coal and natural gas sold down, as well, as did many energy companies and service firms.

So we’ve seen…

25Jul2008 | Energy and Oil | 0 comments | Continued

The Fed’s “Strong Dollar Policy” Actually Isn’t so Strong

Ever since Robert Rubin began the tradition in the mid-1990s, it has been a significant element of the U.S. treasury secretary’s job to continuously state that a strong dollar is in the national interest. It is widely regarded that such…

11Jun2008 | Money Morning | 0 comments | Continued

A Currency Conundrum: Beware of the U.S. Dollar’s “Head Fake” Rally

Don’t mistake the U.S. dollar’s recent rally for strength. If anything, it’s a head fake of legendary proportions.

In fact, the dollar’s recent run-up is actually a warning that risks are escalating.

To better understand what I mean here, let’s look at…

8May2008 | Money Morning | 0 comments | Continued