Daily Discussion Thread for January 12, 2026

u/extradrillex · Reddit — r/wallstreetbets · January 12, 2026 at 12:57 · ⬆ 4 pts  | View on Reddit ↗
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The author argues the dollar index could lose more value this year if Powell is replaced and rates are slashed.

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DXY — SHORT The author notes the dollar index fell 10% in 2025 and argues that if Powell is replaced and rates are slashed, the dollar could lose even more value this year. The causal mechanism is that a new dovish Fed chair would cut rates, weakening the currency. Exact non-equity contract requires separate historical validation; no generic proxy.

Dollar index was down 10% in 2025, in short the dollar lost 10% of value, when Powell is replaced and the rates are slashed the dollar could lose even more value this year

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