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Dollar catches breath, Brazil real slides on tariff threat; bitcoin near record high

Investing.comThursday, July 10, 2025 at 1:20:42 AM
Dollar catches breath, Brazil real slides on tariff threat; bitcoin near record high
The US dollar is taking a brief pause after recent fluctuations, while Brazil's real takes a hit due to new tariff threats—likely stirring concerns for traders and businesses tied to the region. Meanwhile, bitcoin is flirting with record highs again, keeping crypto investors on the edge of their seats.
Editor’s Note: Currency markets are always a mixed bag, and this snapshot shows why. The dollar's stability (for now) might ease some nerves, but Brazil's economic tensions could ripple through emerging markets. Bitcoin's surge? Another reminder that crypto isn't going anywhere—whether that's exciting or nerve-wracking depends on who you ask. For everyday folks, it’s a heads-up that global money moves can trickle down to everything from vacation costs to grocery prices.
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