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US President Trump says the US should have the lowest interest rates in the world

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"Interest rates should be lower. Every point is $600 billion... if we went down two points, we don't have a deficit anymore—and that's without cutting... When you think about it, it's a paper charge. We should be the lowest interest rate in the world."

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Trump's comments advocate for lower interest rates, implying a push towards more accommodative monetary policy. His argument suggests significant economic benefits, which could shift investor sentiment towards a more dovish outlook on rates. This commentary may influence the USD, as well as sectors sensitive to interest rates, such as equities and commodities.

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