Number: RL31985 Title: Weak Dollar, Strong Dollar Causes and Consequences Authors: Craig K. Elwell, Government and Finance Division Abstract: This report provides background information on the forces that most likely determine the path of the dollar exchange rate. It also considers recent events in international markets for goods and assets as well as suggest what implications these forces carry for the state of the U.S. economy and economic policy. Pages: 21 Date: July 10, 2008