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Friday, 9 October 2026
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US Dollar Index ▼0.5 to 1%

The dollar is expected to weaken further as investors adjust their positions.

Mechanism As the dollar weakens, investors may continue to sell off dollar holdings, further depreciating the currency.

Direct effect days
#1Gold Gains as Dollar Weakens and Oil Prices Fall
Russian ruble ▼1 to 2%

The ruble may weaken as lower oil prices reduce Russia's export revenues.

Mechanism A decline in oil prices typically leads to a weaker ruble due to reduced foreign exchange inflows from oil sales.

Knock-on effect weeks
#3Oil Prices Drop as Trump Halts Iran Strikes and China Resumes Exports
US dollar index ▲0.5 to 1%

The US dollar could strengthen as higher oil prices increase demand for dollars.

Mechanism Increased oil prices typically lead to a stronger dollar as global buyers need more dollars to purchase oil.

Knock-on effect days
#5Hurricane Isaias Disrupts Gulf Oil Production, Boosting Prices
USD ▼0.5 to 1%

The dollar could weaken if rates are expected to fall.

Mechanism Lower interest rate expectations may reduce demand for USD-denominated assets, leading to a weaker dollar.

Knock-on effect weeks
#2Shelton's Treasury Role May Signal Shift in US Monetary Policy