A strong dollar is great news for most of us — but not everybody is a winner
A surge in the dollar has benefited many Americans and reinforced the country's economic strength — but it has also caused a lot of pain for others.
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The U.S. dollar conquered the world. Is it at risk of losing its top spot?
The dollar has helped make the U.S. the most economically powerful country for most of the last century, but other countries – including rivals like China – have the greenback on their sights.
Financial markets are a mess around the world. Fingers are pointing at the Fed
Customarily, the Fed and other central banks do as much as they can to keep markets calm. This time they're the reason behind the volatility.
Cash Back Guarantee: The U.S. Redeems Damaged Bills Because The Dollar Depends On It
The Treasury reviews some 24,000 cases a year and reimburses around $30 million to people whose money has been burned, flooded or otherwise damaged. This service helps underpin the dollar's integrity.
Europe May Be On Sale, But The Ticket To Get There Isn't
The euro has dropped in value against the U.S. dollar by more than 20 percent since last summer. But even as Americans find bargains in Europe, flights to get there remain pricey for a few reasons.
Analysts Watch For Impacts Of European Economic Weakness On U.S.
German automakers have several plants in the South, and Florida counts on European tourists. Analysts hope efforts to stimulate Europe's economy will keep investments in the U.S. from slipping.
Dollar's Rise Is Good News For The U.S., For Now
The dollar's value keeps climbing. That's a sign of a healthy economy, especially compared with some of America's biggest trading partners — but it also has the potential to slow U.S. economic growth.
How A Too-Strong Dollar Might Lead To A Too-Weak World
There are upsides to having global investors stash their savings in the United States. But their embrace of the dollar can start to feel like a death grip if it goes too far and chokes off exports.