greenback

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The greenback is tracking a quarterly gain not seen since late 2024.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

A stronger greenback makes precious metals more expensive as they’re priced in U.S. dollars.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

But economists often compare the size of economies using present-day dollars because the greenback is the currency of international trade and a measure of actual buying power globally.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

The rupee has hit new lows against the dollar, as a flight-to-safety buoys the greenback and rattles emerging-market currencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

They noted the things he carried: “$20 in greenback, two silver dollars, and...a gold watch.”

From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann