President Donald Trump has driven recent market volatility and helped weaken the US dollar in early 2026. His tariff policies and rising Iran‑US tensions pushed investors toward metals and other safe assets.
The dollar fell about 10% in 2025, its worst annual decline since 2017 (Ed. note: -10% was highlighted by analysts). Markets reacted sharply after Mr. Trump’s public remarks.
Trump said, “The value of the dollar is great,” and dollar selling intensified. A linked tweet noted the currency dropped roughly 1% to its lowest level since February 2022.
Gold and silver climbed to new highs as investors reallocated funds away from the dollar. Traders cited geopolitical risk and trade policy as the main drivers.
A market report showed 26% of investors expect an AI bubble could burst in 2026. The same report also stated “Investors should expect a ‘check mark’ pattern for the dollar this year.”
The report warned forecasts remain volatile and advised discretion before making investment decisions.
