A Sinking Dollar Is Making Your Dream Vacation Way More Pricey This Year
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 01 2025
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Source: Benzinga
Dollar Decline Impact: The U.S. dollar has experienced its worst first-half performance since 1991, dropping over 10% year-to-date, which is significantly affecting American tourists' vacation budgets abroad as prices rise in popular destinations like Paris, London, and Cancun.
Rising Costs for Travelers: As the dollar weakens against foreign currencies, travelers are facing increased costs for accommodations and daily expenses, with notable price hikes in cities such as Rio de Janeiro and Bangkok, making previously budget-friendly trips more expensive.
Analyst Views on FXB
Wall Street analysts forecast FXB stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for FXB is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
