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The #dollar's 4% drop gives emerging market currencies a chance to shine.

#Trump's re-engagement w/ #Russia & #Putin has helped the #ruble surge 35%, although it remains heavily restricted in most major economies by sanctions.

#Poland's zloty & the #Czech crown that also stand to benefit if the #Ukraine conflict ends are near the top of the list, w/gains of over 5%, while even #Mexico's peso & #Canada's dollar are in positive territory despite all #tariff traumas.

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"The #dollar view has unravelled very quickly this year," said State Street Global Markets' Michael Metcalfe. "I think there has been an element of take what was said at the start of the year & just flip it."

Just as jarring, the 'Magnificent Seven' #US #tech giants have been hit for 6. They have been a cash cow for portfolios for years but have shed nearly $2T & been left for dust by #Chinese rivals & #Europe's defense firms.