In this video, Lee Hardman, Senior Currency Analyst, discusses the main reasons for the USD's sharp sell-off at the start of this year. He discusses the role played by President Trump's policy announcements at the start of his second term which has heightened concerns over slowing US growth.

Lee also considers the potential impact of the dramatic shift set to take place in German fiscal policy. Will it prove to be a game changer for the euro?

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Key points

  • 00:18 - Reasons for weaker USD at start of President Trump's second term
  • 02:12 - Are German fiscal plans a game changer for the euro?

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