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The U.S. dollar ended the week on a high note, hitting a two-year peak as hawkish signals from the Federal Reserve continued to bolster its appeal. In contrast, global currencies faced significant pressure, with the yen, sterling, and commodity-linked currencies like the Australian and New Zealand dollars recording steep losses. …

Central Banks Hold Steady, US Core PCE in Focus The Bank of England and the Bank of Japan both held interest rates steady at their respective policy meetings. While the BoE’s decision had a limited impact on the Pound, the BoJ’s rate hold weighed heavily on the Yen.With a relatively …

The U.S. dollar maintained its strength on Wednesday as investors braced for the Federal Reserve’s highly anticipated policy decision. The central bank is expected to implement a “hawkish cut,” reducing interest rates by 25 basis points while signaling a more restrained approach to easing in 2025. Markets are keen to …

The US Dollar (USD) gained strength on Monday, as positive economic data bolstered investor sentiment. The preliminary S&P Global Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for December came in at 58.5, significantly surpassing expectations of 55.7 and the previous reading of 56.1. This robust figure indicates a strong expansion in the …

The US Dollar found itself caught in a tug-of-war on Tuesday, fluctuating between gains and losses. Initially, the Greenback strengthened as President-elect Trump’s threat of imposing tariffs on key trading partners fueled uncertainty and boosted demand for the safe-haven currency. However, this bullish momentum was tempered by the release of …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) has retreated below the 107.00 mark after profit-taking following the sharp gains in the greenback earlier in November. The index is trading at 106.79. Despite the recent decline, the index remains bullish thanks to strong economic data and a less dovish stance from the Federal …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) experienced a slight pullback on Friday, November 22nd, after reaching a two-year high amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions. While the robust S&P PMI data underscored the resilience of the US economy, supporting the DXY’s upward trajectory, several factors contributed to its decline.Firstly, profit-taking emerged as a …

The US Dollar Index (DXY) has surged to near 106.70, driven by a combination of factors, primarily the Federal Reserve’s hawkish monetary policy stance and rising US Treasury yields.Fed’s Hawkish ToneFederal Reserve officials have adopted a cautious approach to potential rate cuts, citing persistent inflationary pressures and robust economic data. …

The US Dollar traded sideways on Wednesday, November 20th, as geopolitical tensions between Russia and Ukraine continued to dominate market sentiment. Investors sought safety in the US Dollar, driving demand for the currency. However, a decline in US Treasury yields tempered the greenback’s strength.Key economic events to watch this week …

Greenback Dominance Continues The US Dollar extended its rally on Thursday, hitting fresh 2024 highs. Despite a slight easing in US Treasury yields, the greenback remained resilient. This comes ahead of a busy economic calendar on Friday, with key US data releases expected to further influence market sentiment.Key Currency Pairs …