US Dollar Drops Against Canadian Currency
The American currency fell for seven consecutive sessions, reaching a rate of 1.4005 Canadian dollars.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Economic Indicators
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The US dollar decreased 0.96% against the Canadian dollar this week. This drop marks a decline for seven consecutive sessions and represents a 1.61% decrease month-to-date.
Why it matters
The recent slide reflects a broader downward trend, as the dollar has fallen in eight of the past nine sessions. This performance marks a notable shift after the dollar previously hit a 52-week high earlier this year.
The US dollar reached a rate of 1.4005 Canadian dollars, down from its 52-week high of 1.4284. Despite the recent 1.76% two-week decline, the currency remains up 2.03% year-to-date.
The details
The dollar's recent movement follows eight declines over the past nine sessions. Currency values are measured based on 5 p.m. ET rates recorded in New York.
Timeline
January 29, 2026: The dollar hit a 52-week low of 1.3491.
March 25, 2022: The previous longest losing streak of nine sessions occurred.
April 17, 2026: The previous largest one-week and two-week decline was recorded.
September 18, 2026: The previous 5 p.m. rate low was established.
October 12, 2026: The dollar hit a 52-week high of 1.4284.
Macro View
The current market decline is nearing the length of the March 25, 2022, nine-session losing streak. The dollar's path over the past nine sessions shows a significant divergence from the year-to-date gains recorded through mid-October.
For travelers and businesses, the weaker dollar makes purchasing power in Canada more expensive compared to earlier in the year. The shift from year-to-date highs impacts those holding or converting assets between the two currencies.
The takeaway
The dollar is currently experiencing a period of volatility after reaching a 52-week high in mid-October. Investors should monitor whether the current seven-day losing streak continues to mirror the longer historical patterns of 2022.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Morningstar.
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