The U.S. dollar saw its biggest drop in nearly four years on Wednesday, as global financial markets continued to slide. According to Bloomberg data cited by dinaropinions.com, the dollar index has fallen about 11% over the past year, putting the American currency under heavy selling pressure not seen in years.
Economists say the decline isn’t random. It comes from a mix of geopolitical factors, including the U.S. government’s efforts to support the struggling Japanese yen and stabilize Asian markets. At the same time, investors have been moving away from the dollar toward other currencies that are starting to regain value.
Global stock markets are now marked by caution and confusion, fueled by unexpected policies and sudden decisions coming out of Washington. Analysts say this reflects growing political and institutional uncertainty in the U.S.
Experts warn that the drop raises serious questions about the dollar’s future as the world’s dominant currency. “Investors are reassessing the risks of holding the dollar as a safe haven,” one observer said, noting concerns about its shrinking purchasing power amid ongoing legislative and financial instability in the United States.
