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The U.S. Dollar is trading stronger against G10 currencies today, with key market events including the Consumer Confidence report at 10 a.m., speeches from Federal Reserve members, and former President Trump’s State of the Union address. The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Trump’s tariff powers has created uncertainty, prompting the EU to pause trade deal ratification. Geopolitical tensions, particularly speculation of a U.S. strike in Iran, have driven crude oil prices to their highest since July and increased demand for U.S. Treasuries. The Japanese Yen is weaker following comments from Prime Minister Takaichi about Bank of Japan rate hikes, while the British Pound is down due to rising unemployment and softer inflation, despite Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey’s stance against further rate cuts.