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The U.S. dollar<\/strong> maintained its strength on Tuesday, as investors braced for an expected interest rate cut<\/strong> by the Federal Reserve<\/strong> and recalibrated their outlook for the pace of monetary easing in 2024. Traders are increasingly convinced the Fed will adopt a gradual approach<\/strong> to reducing borrowing costs amid persistent signs of U.S. economic resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The dollar index<\/strong> remained steady, benefiting from robust economic indicators. The Atlanta Fed\u2019s GDPNow<\/strong> model projects a 3.3% growth rate<\/strong> for Q4, underscoring the economy’s momentum. Meanwhile, data from the S&P Global Purchasing Managers Survey<\/strong> showed U.S. services-sector activity climbing to a three-year high<\/strong>, further supporting the case for a more measured pace of interest rate cuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Markets currently imply a 94% chance<\/strong> of a 25 basis point reduction in the Fed’s rate decision on Wednesday, but pricing reflects lingering caution. Fed officials\u2019 long-term projections place rates at 2.9%<\/strong>, yet markets see almost no chance of such levels being reached by the end of 2024, with only a 30% chance<\/strong> of rates falling below 3.75%<\/strong> by 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The euro<\/strong> dipped 0.2%<\/strong> to trade at $1.0482<\/strong>, continuing its downward trajectory this year with a nearly 5% decline<\/strong> against the dollar. Rising bond yields in the U.S. and Germany highlight diverging rate expectations. The yield gap between U.S. Treasuries<\/strong> and German 10-year bonds<\/strong> widened to 216 basis points<\/strong>, near its five-year peak<\/strong>, reflecting expectations that the Fed will maintain higher rates for longer compared to the ECB<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The British pound<\/strong> emerged as one of the few currencies to strengthen against the dollar, rising 0.1%<\/strong> to $1.2696<\/strong>. The gains followed data revealing UK wage growth accelerated more than anticipated in the three months to October, reinforcing the Bank of England’s (BoE)<\/strong> cautious stance on rate cuts. The BoE has consistently pointed to rising wage pressures as a barrier to early monetary easing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This comes alongside survey data on British business activity, which pointed to mounting price pressures<\/strong> in the economy. The figures bolster expectations that UK rates may remain higher for longer compared to other major economies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Swiss franc<\/strong> fell significantly after the Swiss National Bank (SNB)<\/strong> delivered a surprise 50 basis point<\/strong> rate cut, exceeding market expectations for a smaller move. The franc weakened to 0.8874<\/strong> against the dollar and to 0.9345<\/strong> against the euro, marking its softest level since late November<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Canadian dollar<\/strong> dropped to a 4-1\/2 year low<\/strong>, trading around C$1.4277<\/strong> to the dollar, amid mounting political and economic pressures. The unexpected resignation of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland<\/strong> on Monday intensified concerns over Canada\u2019s economic outlook, with traders wary of the risks posed by potential U.S. tariffs<\/strong> and weak domestic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Japanese yen<\/strong> edged higher, with the dollar down 0.15%<\/strong> to 153.89 yen<\/strong>, following six consecutive days of yen selling. Markets have dialed back expectations for a rate hike<\/strong> from the Bank of Japan (BOJ)<\/strong> at its upcoming meeting, shifting focus to a potential move in January as policymakers assess overseas risks and domestic wage trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Australian dollar<\/strong> fell 0.41%<\/strong> to $0.6345<\/strong>, and the New Zealand dollar<\/strong> declined 0.39%<\/strong> to $0.5760<\/strong>, both hovering near yearly lows. The Kiwi faced additional pressure after New Zealand<\/strong> revised its bond issuance forecasts upward, reflecting growing fiscal challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Chinese yuan<\/strong> remained steady at 7.2892 per dollar<\/strong> in offshore trading. Chinese bond yields are pinned near record lows amid concerns over slowing growth. Recent reports suggest Chinese leaders are preparing to raise the budget deficit to a record 4% of GDP<\/strong> next year while maintaining a 5% growth target<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Currency markets remain cautious as investors await key monetary policy decisions later this week. In addition to the Fed, the Bank of Japan<\/strong>, Bank of England<\/strong>, Norges Bank<\/strong>, and Sweden\u2019s Riksbank<\/strong> will announce their respective rate decisions on Thursday. Sweden\u2019s central bank is widely expected to deliver a 50 basis point rate cut<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With divergent rate paths among major central banks, volatility across currency markets is likely to persist as traders seek clarity on the pace and extent of monetary easing heading into 2024.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The U.S. dollar maintained its strength on Tuesday, as investors braced for an expected interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve and recalibrated their outlook for the pace of monetary easing in 2024. 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Sterling Gains on UK Wage Growth Surprise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Swiss Franc Weakens After SNB Surprise Cut<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Canadian Dollar Hits Multi-Year Low<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yen Firms Slightly, Markets Eye January BOJ Decision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Aussie and Kiwi Near Yearly Lows<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yuan Steady Amid Chinese Growth Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Rate Decisions Loom Large<\/h3>\n\n\n\n