2026 Marks Worst Start for Dollar in 50 Years
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Dec 31, 2025, 17:52 IST | Updated: Dec 31, 2025, 17:52 IST
The U.S. dollar has recorded its weakest start to a year in half a century. After a sharp decline through 2025, the greenback has fallen against all major global currencies, ranking as the worst performer among 17 peers. Shifting interest rate expectations, slowing U.S. growth, and rising global diversification away from the dollar have added pressure, raising fresh questions about the currency’s long-term dominance.
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