The dollar slipped from an 18-month peak on Thursday as a sharp drop in Treasury yields amid a risk-off mood weighed on the greenback, while cautious remarks from Federal Reserve officials tempered October hike expectations despite hot inflation data. The dollar index, which measures the US currency against a basket of peers, fell 0.2% to Read More
The dollar languished on Wednesday as traders awaited fresh signals regarding the timing of interest rate hikes to address ongoing inflationary pressures. The greenback weakened from an 18-month high in the previous session as oil prices eased and investors reassessed the AI-fueled rally that has supported demand for US assets. The euro maintained its gains Read More
The dollar retreated in Asian trade on Tuesday following a holiday in certain US markets, while bond yields and oil prices experienced a decline, coinciding with a downturn in global stocks. The US dollar index, reflecting the greenback’s strength against a basket of six currencies, declined by 0.2% to 102.39, faltering as it neared its Read More
The US dollar continued to trade at a lower level on Wednesday, following a reduction in stress within European bond markets. Market participants are now focused on the upcoming release of Federal Reserve minutes and speeches from its policymakers, seeking indications regarding a possible rate hike. The euro experienced its most significant increase in seven Read More
The US dollar is on track for its third consecutive week of gains on Friday, standing at a 17-month high as a bond market rout has driven borrowing costs worldwide to multi-decade highs amid inflationary concerns stemming from rising oil prices. Investors faced significant turmoil on Thursday due to a pronounced global bond sell-off, which Read More
The dollar inched higher to maintain proximity to a two-month high on Monday, as the US-Iran standoff continued to elevate oil prices while investors anticipated a data-rich week for further insights on inflation and the actions of central banks. The euro and sterling experienced a decline of 0.1% against the dollar, with the latest values Read More
The dollar was poised for its first consecutive weekly gains in over three months on Friday, as rising Treasury yields and increasing expectations of additional Federal Reserve rate hikes maintained the greenback close to multi-month highs. The strength of the dollar has driven the euro down to a two-month low of $1.1370, positioning it for Read More
The dollar maintained its position at a two-month high on Thursday, following a robust manufacturing report that rekindled concerns over inflation and increased expectations for interest rate hikes. Additionally, a lacklustre Treasury auction resulted in rising yields across the curve, further bolstering the US currency. The broad dollar strength pushed the euro to $1.1378, a Read More
The dollar remained stable close to its highest point in two months on Wednesday, driven by expectations of imminent interest rate increases. Concurrently, declining oil prices, fuelled by hopes for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, contributed to a sense of unease among investors. The euro was at $1.1446 in Read More
The US Dollar Index has strengthened to approximately 100.45 during the early European session on Tuesday. Fed policymakers indicated the possibility of an additional rate increase prior to year-end, which bolstered the DXY. Market participants are closely monitoring the situation regarding potential discussions between the US and Iran. The US Dollar Index, an index of Read More
