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It can be amazing the amount has changed in two short weeks. As I write this the Dollar Index stands at approximately 75.33. The dollar is gaining traction and appears to be obtaining a bid. (To prospects that not really speak investing language; this just means it’s upgrading and appearance enjoy it could be continuing in this direction.) This obviously has implications throughout all asset classes and I will address a few of these today.

First of all, the Dollar Index rising looks like it’s putting a serious halt on the recent run in commodities. The ten high dollar real question is, does the correction soon stop along with the uptrend begin anew? While I’m a big believer in the long run commodity bull market, I think this correction could be worse than some are expecting. Without making a blanket statement because people have different financial goals, portfolios, and risk tolerances; but if you might have some serious exposure in this sector you might talk to your financial representative and review things. In the event the Dollar keeps rising than we only might start to see the Stock Market are available pressurized. (When i write this Wednesday May 11th, stocks they are under some pressure.)