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Cloud data warehousing has become a crucial component of modern analytics, enabling enterprises to store, manage, and process vast amounts of data. However, achieving a balance between performance and cost remains a challenge due to fluctuating workloads and unpredictable resource demands. Dynamic scaling strategies provide an effective solution by adjusting computational and storage resources in real-time based on workload requirements. This article explores various dynamic scaling strategies such as auto-scaling, workload-aware scaling, predictive scaling, and multi-cluster scaling. It also examines the challenges associated with dynamic scaling and presents best practices for achieving optimal cost-performance balance. The adoption of AI-driven scaling mechanisms and cloud-native tools has further enhanced the ability to optimize cloud data warehouse environments, ensuring high efficiency and cost control.