As 2026 unfolds, cryptocurrencies have moved far beyond the fringes of finance to become a core pillar of U.S. national strategy under Trump’s administration. Under the guidance of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, digital assets are being reframed as the technological fuel required to modernize the American financial system and maintain …
Read More »Greenback on the Defensive: Why Strong U.S. Growth Can’t Stem the Dollar’s 2026 Slide
The U.S. dollar extended its downward trajectory during Friday’s Wall Street session, as a confluence of bearish pressures continues to dictate market sentiment. The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the greenback against a basket of major peers, sustained significant weekly losses. The index shed approximately 0.1% on Friday, bringing …
Read More »U.S. Economy Shows Resilience Amid Turbulence in 2025 A Year of Surprises
The U.S. economy faced numerous challenges in 2025, from widespread tariffs to slowing job growth and persistent inflation pressures. Despite early predictions of recession and soaring inflation, the economy continued to advance, displaying unexpected durability. Growth accelerated to its fastest pace in two years, and the stock market reached new …
Read More »Trump’s Tariffs in Question: The Key FAQs Shaping the 2026 Trade Outlook
As the United States heads toward 2026, President Donald Trump’s tariff strategy remains one of the most debated pillars of economic policy. From soaring import duties and legal battles to hints of relief and talk of rebate checks, the picture is complex and fast-moving. Below is a clean, FAQ-themed guide …
Read More »One Cut or Many? The Federal Reserve’s 2026 Policy Path Explained in FAQs
As the U.S. economy moves into 2026, investors, businesses, and policymakers are closely watching the Federal Reserve’s next moves. Based on the Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) December 2025 Summary of Economic Projections, the central bank is signaling a cautious approach to monetary easing, shaped by resilient growth, lingering inflation …
Read More »Dollar Hovers Near 12-Week Lows as Year-End Trading Stays Muted; Yen Steady After Tokyo Inflation Data
Most major currencies traded in tight ranges on Friday amid thin year-end market conditions, while the U.S. dollar hovered near 12-week lows as investors weighed softer U.S. rate expectations and a fresh batch of Japanese economic data. Liquidity remained light across Asian and European FX sessions, with many market participants …
Read More »2026: The Year the Dollar’s Dominance Retested, But Not Broken
The US dollar heads into 2026 carrying visible scars from the past year. After a prolonged slide through 2025, the narrative around the greenback has shifted from effortless strength to cautious reassessment. This is not a collapse story. It is a stress test—one shaped by softer growth, narrowing policy advantages, …
Read More »Has Fed Successfully Absorbed Trump’s Pressure Without Losing Ground?
In 2025, the Federal Reserve found itself walking a delicate tightrope between political pressures and its mandate to stabilize the U.S. economy. Facing repeated threats from former President Donald Trump, the central bank adopted a low-profile, strategic approach, quietly absorbing challenges while maintaining its core independence.A Quiet Monetary Strategy in …
Read More »Ruble Rally in a Year of Turbulence: Russia’s Currency Defies the Odds in 2025
In a year marked by geopolitical strain and economic uncertainty, the Russian ruble delivered a striking performance. Between January 1 and December 24, 2025, the currency gained nearly 30% against the U.S. dollar, climbing from 113.73 to 78.99 per dollar. It was one of the ruble’s strongest annual showings in …
Read More »Has Fed Paved the Way for Jerome Powell to Step Aside?
Reappointments and stability may finally let the chair leave gracefully: After months of intense political pressure, the Federal Reserve may have quietly reassured its chair that stepping down could be a smooth, safe transition. The central bank’s recent moves signal stability and continuity, potentially allowing Jerome Powell to exit the …
Read More »
Noor Trends News, Technical Analysis, Educational Tools and Recommendations