The US dollar soared to a peak not seen since last November on the global stage as investors reconsidered the likelihood of near-term interest rate reductions. This adjustment came while domestic markets paused for Carnival, throwing a spotlight on the international response to US inflation figures. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for January rose by […]
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