Dollar Deceleration - Northern Trust - Commentaries

NodeGuardian · 2026-02-21T17:05:52+00:00

The article examines the U.S. dollar's decline starting in 2025, influenced by geopolitical tensions and fiscal concerns. Investors shifted to gold and silver, which rose but later fell after a new Federal Reserve Chair was nominated, while industrial metals remained stable.

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2026-02-21 17:05:52

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The article discusses the recent deceleration of the U.S. dollar, which began in 2025 and accelerated in early 2026 due to geopolitical events and concerns about U.S. fiscal sustainability. This led investors, typically seeking dollar assets during crises, to opt for alternatives like gold and silver, which saw significant gains in January. However, this rally proved unsustainable, with precious metals retreating after the nomination of a new Federal Reserve Chair, while industrial metals maintained their value.

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