U.S. Dollar, Inflation, and the Fed's Rate Path

The video discusses the upward trend of the dollar, contextualizing it with past lows and comparing it to other currencies. It covers expectations of a Fed rate hike in December and its impact on the dollar's appreciation. The discussion extends to future rate hikes in 2017 and market expectations. Inflation is expected to remain moderate, with structural forces keeping prices down despite wage growth. The potential impact of Trump's policies on inflation is considered. Concerns about the trade deficit and the possibility of the government trying to devalue the dollar are also addressed.

What structural forces are expected to keep prices down in the US economy?

In what ways might the incoming administration influence the dollar's strength?