Expect Dollar Strength to Continue, Says Oanda's McDonald

The video discusses the current economic landscape, focusing on the strength of the US dollar and its impact on emerging markets, particularly the Australian dollar. It highlights the ongoing trade war between the US and China as a significant risk, emphasizing the unpredictability of the situation. The speaker suggests that the US administration may eventually concede in the trade dispute, given the potential negative impact on the US economy and job market. The video also touches on the expected path of US interest rates and the importance of upcoming economic data releases.

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