The problem with a strong dollar

Sure, a strong greenback can make fuel cheaper and help tame inflation. But it also hurts exports and plays havoc with our stocks. Although a number of big factors are affecting the direction of the economy and the stock market right now, one issue in particular that has been on my mind lately is the strength of the U.S. dollar. In recent weeks, the struggling dollar has gained steam, in large part because of... [read full story]