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Swiss Franc Slips as Dollar Gains Ahead of Fed Meeting
The Swiss Franc is under pressure as the US Dollar strengthens before the Federal Reserve's September meeting, with investors watching for a possible rate hike and shifting global yields.
UBS Sees Yuan Strengthening as Dollar Weakens: USD/CNY Could Hit 6.50 by 2027
UBS expects the US dollar to fall further against the Chinese yuan, projecting a USD/CNY rate of 6.50 by mid-2027 as strong exports and policy support outweigh low inflation and interest rate differences.
1894-S Dime Tops $1.25 Million as Rare Coin Auction Breaks Records
A rare 1894-S Barber dime sold for over $1.25 million at Stack's Bowers Galleries' Rarities Night, which saw more than $26 million in sales and set new price records for US coins and collectibles.
What a Single Lincoln Cent Reveals About US Money and History
If only a Lincoln cent survived from the United States, what would future archaeologists deduce about its economy, technology, and society by examining this small copper coin
US Mint Faces Collector Uncertainty as Trump Coin Sparks Debate
US Mint coin sales stayed slow in July, but attention is turning to the upcoming Donald J. Trump $1 coin, which has stirred debate over putting a living president on legal tender. Collectors and the public are watching closely.
US Mint Sells Out V75 Gold Eagle in Seven Minutes
The 2020-W V75 Gold Eagle vanished from the US Mint's website in just seven minutes, setting a new benchmark for modern coin scarcity and igniting a secondary market frenzy that pushed prices far beyond the original issue cost.
US Mint Issues 2026 Half Dollar Marking 9/11 Anniversary
The US Mint's 2026 Enduring Liberty Half Dollar features a unique 9/11 "NEVER FORGET" privy mark and a one-year-only Liberty design, connecting the 25th anniversary of September 11 with the nation's 250th birthday.
Australian Rate Hike Expectations Shift as RBA Faces Inflation Risks
Goldman Sachs now expects the Reserve Bank of Australia to raise its policy rate to 4.60 percent this month after senior officials warned of persistent inflation risks and higher oil prices, accelerating the timeline for potential borrowing cost increases
Why the 1914 D Lincoln Cent Became the Rarest Mint State Penny
The 1914 D Lincoln cent is far scarcer in pristine Red Mint State than its famous 1909 S VDB cousin. Its journey from everyday change to numismatic legend reveals how survival, not mintage, determines true rarity
US Mint Expands Artistic Infusion Program With New Coin Designers
The United States Mint has selected 37 artists for its Artistic Infusion Program, offering new perspectives on coin and medal design. Participants receive assignment fees and bonuses for chosen designs, reflecting a push for creative diversity.
Counterfeit 2026 Quarters Challenge US Collectors as Demand Peaks
A wave of fake and altered 2026 Semiquincentennial quarters is hitting online markets as collector demand intensifies, raising the stakes for buyers and exposing new risks in the US coin market
Rare Banknote Reveals the Economic Collapse of Mingo Junction
A scarce $5 national banknote from Mingo Junction, Ohio, exposes the dramatic rise and fall of a steel town whose fortunes were tied to the American industrial era and the fate of its local banks
Long Beach Expo 2026 brings new energy to coin collecting
The Long Beach Expo returns this September with a renewed focus on collectors and dealers. Attendees can expect on-site grading, U.S. Mint releases, and direct access to numismatic experts at the Long Beach Convention Center.
Twelve Platinum Eagles Escape Mint Controls to Become Six Figure Rarities
A 2007-W $100 American Platinum Eagle with a rare frosted FREEDOM inscription has sold for $290124 after a dramatic auction. Only twelve such trial coins were ever released by mistake making it one of the rarest modern US coins
CAC Approval Drives Rare Coin Auction Prices to New Highs
August 2026 auctions at four major US houses revealed that coins with CAC approval consistently sold for far more than similar non-CAC pieces, confirming the market's willingness to pay for independent quality verification
Five US Coins Break Million Dollar Barrier at Heritage ANA Auction
A single 1879 Quintuple Stella led five US coins past the million dollar mark at Heritage's 2026 ANA auctions, as collectors pushed total sales to over $67 million and set new records for American and world rarities
How a Unique Eisenhower Dollar Became a Million Dollar Coin
A 1976 Eisenhower Dollar with no mintmark and a silver proof finish surfaced in a Washington department store cash register. Its unexplained origin and unique features have pushed its value close to $1 million
Euro Faces Limited Upside as ECB Rate Hike Fails to Shift Market
The European Central Bank is set to raise rates by 25 basis points but analysts warn that the euro may see only muted gains as markets have already priced in a hawkish stance and demand concrete data for further moves
OpenPayd targets US expansion with billion dollar Nasdaq move
OpenPayd is set to merge with MSB USA and integrate 43 state money transmitter licenses, aiming to secure a $1.145 billion Nasdaq listing and expand regulated payment services for global clients entering the US market
Manifest Destiny Banknotes Reveal the Cost of American Expansion
Historic US banknotes captured the ideology of Manifest Destiny but also documented the forced removal of Native Americans and the transformation of land and sovereignty through westward expansion
Painted Quarters Reveal Hidden Stories in US Coin Circulation
Painted quarters have surfaced as more than just oddities in US change drawers. From secret honesty tests in 1970s pizza parlors to collectors tracking decades of marked coins, these coins expose overlooked aspects of American cash culture
Physical Money Carries Fewer Health Risks Than Many Assume
Despite persistent concerns about germs on cash, new research finds the risk of illness from handling coins and banknotes is far lower than most people believe, with infectious transmission through money now considered extremely rare
Yen Strengthens as Dollar Falls Below Key Level in Rapid Shift
The Japanese yen has surged against the US dollar, with USD JPY dropping below 153 as investors unwind carry trades and anticipate Bank of Japan tightening. The move brings BofA's 149 target into focus and signals a major shift in currency flows.
US Treasury Yields Approach Five Percent as Debt Costs Reshape Markets
The US 10-year Treasury yield is nearing five percent, intensifying scrutiny of government debt, corporate financing, and the sustainability of stock valuations as investors weigh the impact of higher real rates and persistent fiscal deficits
EverBank Merger Deal Reshapes US Banking Landscape
A $3.9 billion merger between EverBank Financial Corp and WaFd Inc. will create a combined bank with $75 billion in assets and over 250 branches, aiming to boost profitability and expand commercial banking services across the United States
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