The EUR/USD pair capitalized on a broad-based decline in the U.S. dollar as markets prepared for the initial results of the U.S. presidential election that began on Tuesday. The euro gained two-thirds of a percentage point, breaking above the 1.0900 level as investors anticipated favorable market conditions during the election cycle that will determine the […]
Dollar Slips as U.S. Elections Loom, Uncertainty Prevails
The U.S. dollar dipped slightly on Tuesday as it approached a closely contested presidential election, the outcome of which could lead to significant market moves. The Dollar Index, which tracks the greenback against a basket of six currencies, fell 0.1% after declining overnight to its lowest since October 21, contrasting with last week’s highs, the highest […]
Dollar slips ahead of elections; Fed and BOE also in focus
The U.S. dollar retreated on Monday amid political uncertainty ahead of Tuesday’s presidential election and also amid expectations that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this week. The dollar index, which analyzes the greenback against a basket of six other currencies, fell 0.5% to 103.695, after strong gains in October. Dollar slips ahead of […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: The Pair Rises Ahead of U.S. Elections
The EUR/USD recovered some losses from the previous session, trading near 1.0880 in early Asian trading on Monday. This rise may be due to a softer U.S. dollar following weaker-than-expected October Non-Farm Payrolls data. However, uncertainty surrounding the U.S. presidential election could drive safe-haven demand, limiting the pair’s upside potential. On Friday, U.S. Bureau of […]
Dollar Slows Gains on Jobs Data, Euro Gains on German GDP
The U.S. dollar eased from recent highs on Wednesday, pausing its rally as markets awaited key macroeconomic data that could impact expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Dollar Eases Amid Labor Market Data The dollar has strengthened recently, bolstered by signs of economic resilience that have led traders to reconsider the pace of Federal Reserve […]
Daily technical analysis EUR/USD: Slight Rise Above 1.0800 Ahead of U.S. & Eurozone GDP, German Inflation Data
The EUR/USD pair’s gains remain limited, with uncertainty prevailing ahead of the U.S. presidential election and critical economic data from the U.S. A potential Trump victory is seen as a possible dollar-strengthening factor, with the market currently pricing in a 60% probability for a Republican win, which could ease downward pressure on the EUR/USD in […]
Dollar Stabilizes Amid Upcoming Key Economic Data
The U.S. dollar held firm on Tuesday as markets awaited a series of critical economic data releases this week, while Japan’s yen hovered near three-month lows amid heightened political uncertainty. Upcoming Data Releases Hold Market Attention The dollar has recently been supported by economic indicators highlighting the resilience of the U.S. economy, leading investors to […]
Dollar Stable as Data-Heavy Week Begins, Euro Inches Higher
The U.S. dollar held steady on Monday, positioned for a strong monthly gain, while the euro remained mostly flat at the outset of a busy week for economic data. In recent weeks, the dollar has gained momentum amid rising expectations of fewer rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, thanks to reasonably positive U.S. economic data. […]
Daily Technical Analysis EUR/USD: Below 1.0800 as Fed Tightening Looms
The EUR/USD remains steady at 1.0790 after posting losses in the previous session. However, the pair could be impacted by a stronger dollar, as recent positive U.S. economic data has bolstered expectations for a less dovish Fed approach in November. On Friday, the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index rose to 70.5 in October, up from 68.9 […]
Dollar Hits Record Highs, Political Concerns Drive Safe-Haven Demand
The dollar reached new highs on Wednesday as uncertainty over U.S. interest rates and the upcoming presidential election continued to support safe-haven demand. Risks Point to Dollar Bullishness The dollar has reached its highest level since early August as positive economic data has reduced expectations of aggressive interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. According […]