The US Dollar is struggling as it wraps up its worst first half of the year since 1973, losing over 10% against a basket of major currencies amid ongoing trade policy uncertainty and domestic political challenges. Tensions around reciprocal tariffs are mounting, with a July 9 deadline approaching for key trade negotiations. Canada has scrapped […]

The US Dollar is on track for its worst week in five as weak economic data and uncertain trade developments weigh heavily on the currency. Inflation data from the PCE Price Index for May showed steady growth above the Federal Reserve's 2% target, but declining personal income (-0.4%) and spending (-0.1%) have negatively impacted the […]

The US Dollar continues its downward spiral, hitting a fresh three-year low against G10 currencies and marking its worst six-month performance in a decade. Market anxieties are fueled by President Trump’s consideration of replacing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, raising concerns about politicized monetary policy and potential rate cuts. Meanwhile, weak Q1 GDP data, coupled […]

The US Dollar is trading stronger across G10 currencies but remains down overall for the week as traders close short positions ahead of month and quarter-end. Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaled the possibility of an interest rate cut at the upcoming FOMC meeting, contingent on Friday’s PCE inflation data. Powell also expressed concerns about potential […]

The US Dollar has weakened significantly against its G10 peers after news of alleged ceasefire talks brokered by President Trump between Israel and Iran, following recent airstrikes and retaliations. This de-escalation has boosted risk-forward assets, leading to a slump in oil prices and expectations of stable energy costs, which may ease inflation and prompt potential […]

The US Dollar strengthened across global markets following a US airstrike on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, as investors sought safe-haven assets amid heightened geopolitical tensions. Despite muted FX movements due to prior signaling of the strike, the Dollar gained up to 1% against major currencies, outperforming equities and oil, which saw limited volatility. […]

The U.S. Dollar held steady this week, gaining approximately 1% on the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index, as markets navigated geopolitical tensions from the ongoing Israel/Iran conflict and concerns over rising energy prices, with oil potentially reaching $130-150 per barrel. Economists are closely monitoring inflation risks as central banks, including the Fed, might need to reassess […]

The U.S. Dollar weakened ahead of key Federal Reserve updates and ongoing concerns about the Middle East conflict, which has kept oil prices near 5-month highs and equities down. Uncertainty around potential inflationary pressures and shipping disruptions add to market volatility. The Euro gained strength as inflation in the Euro-zone showed signs of control, hitting […]

The U.S. Dollar is trading in tight ranges amid market uncertainty driven by escalating conflict in the Middle East, with failed ceasefire talks between Iran and Israel heightening fears. U.S. equity futures are down 0.7%, while Brent Crude oil prices have risen 1.8% due to energy supply concerns following tanker attacks. Poor Retail Sales data […]

The U.S. Dollar is nearing its weakest levels since Spring 2022, with the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index set to hit a new low, as markets face uncertainty ahead of a data-packed week. Geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran are escalating, causing oil prices to stall but leaving the critical Strait of Hormuz unaffected. Key market […]