都怪特朗普！美元录得8年来最差年度走势，2026年会继续走弱？

Core Viewpoint - The erosion of the fundamental basis of the US dollar's dominance, influenced by factors such as Trump's policies and the Federal Reserve's actions, is expected to lead to a prolonged period of dollar weakness, with significant implications for global markets and economies [1][6]. Group 1: Dollar Performance and Market Expectations - The dollar index is set to record its largest annual decline since 2017, with a drop of 9.5% this year, marking the worst performance in eight years [3]. - Following Trump's "reciprocal tariffs" in April, the dollar index experienced a significant drop of 15%, raising concerns about the US economy and the dollar's status as a safe-haven asset [3]. - Traders have begun to short the dollar for the first time since October, with options pricing reflecting a heightened bearish sentiment towards the dollar [3]. Group 2: Future Projections and Central Bank Policies - Analysts predict that the dollar bear market will continue into 2026, albeit with potentially smaller declines compared to this year, as the Federal Reserve is expected to lower interest rates again [4]. - The divergence in monetary policy, with the Fed remaining accommodative while other central banks, like the European Central Bank, may hold rates steady or even increase them, is likely to further pressure the dollar [4][5]. - By the end of 2026, the euro is expected to strengthen to 1.20 USD, while the British pound may rise from 1.33 USD to 1.36 USD [5]. Group 3: Impact on Global Markets and Investor Behavior - The weak dollar has mixed effects; it benefits US exporters but poses challenges for European companies operating in the US market [5]. - Concerns about the potential for a new Fed chair to implement aggressive rate cuts at the behest of the White House could lead to further dollar depreciation [5]. - The ongoing strength of the US economy, as indicated by a 4.3% annualized GDP growth rate in Q3, may counterbalance some of the bearish sentiment towards the dollar, potentially leading to a rebound [7].