41.  A stronger currency often reduces the likelihood the Bank of Mexico would raise local borrowing costs to defend its value and stifle inflation.

42.  A stronger currency typically makes imported goods relatively cheaper.

43.  A stronger U.S. currency can reduce demand for dollar-priced gold because it becomes more expensive for buyers using other currencies.

44.  A stronger U.S. currency helps Japanese exporters because it makes their products more competitive overseas and increases profits when dollars are converted back into yen.

45.  A stronger U.S. currency helps Japanese exporters by making their products more competitive overseas and increasing profits when dollars are converted back into yen.

46.  A stronger U.S. currency makes dollar-denominated securities such as bonds more attractive to overseas investors.

47.  A stronger currency dampens inflationary pressures by reducing the prices of imported goods.

48.  A stronger currency is also a useful weapon against any resurgence in inflation since cheaper imports will make it tough for U.S. companies to raise prices.

49.  A stronger currency makes Canadian-dollar denominated stocks more attractive to non-Canadian investors.

50.  A stronger currency makes imports less expensive, holding down consumer costs.