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US Dollar Holds Firm, Australian Dollar Rises on Central Bank’s Hawkish Stance

The US dollar maintained its position near a three-month high on Tuesday, bolstered by reduced expectations of significant interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. Conversely, the Australian dollar saw an uptick following indications from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) suggesting a potential interest rate hike to address …

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Caterpillar stock on track for record high on higher than expected earnings

Caterpillar

Higher prices helped Caterpillar boost profit margins and offset a drop in sales volume. Higher prices helped Caterpillar boost profit margins and offset a drop in sales volume. Caterpillar shares were on pace to close at a record high after the excavator and bulldozer builder reported a fourth-quarter profit that …

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