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Defense firms fall as Democratic victory stokes fears of tighter Pentagon budget
The recent Democratic victory is raising concerns regarding potential reductions in Pentagon budgets, which has negatively impacted defense stocks. This development is important as it may reflect broader fiscal trends that could weaken the USD's safe-haven appeal amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The market is reacting to the implications of decreased defense spending, which adds uncertainty to USD demand, particularly in risk-off scenarios.