The U.S. dollar plunged on Monday, hitting multi-year lows, as investors grew uneasy over potential political interference in the Federal Reserve’s independence. Comments from the White House hinting at a possible leadership shake-up at the central bank added to investor jitters. By 08:55 ET (14:55 GMT), the U.S. Dollar Index—which tracks the greenback against a […]
Dollar Further Weakened by the Effects of the Trade War; Pound Sterling Strengthens Despite Soft Inflation
The U.S. dollar extended its decline on Wednesday, weighed down by growing concerns over the Trump administration’s escalating trade war, while the British pound and euro advanced despite mixed economic data. As of 04:40 ET (08:40 GMT), the Dollar Index — which measures the greenback against six major currencies — fell 0.5% to 99.452. The […]
Dollar Plummets Amid Intensifying U.S.-China Trade War
The U.S. dollar weakened sharply on Wednesday after President Donald Trump announced a steep increase in tariffs on China, raising concerns about a prolonged trade war and the risk of a U.S. recession. As of 04:10 ET (08:10 GMT), the Dollar Index—which measures the greenback against a basket of six major currencies—fell 0.4% to 102.277, […]
Dollar on a Tightrope, The Euro Gains Despite Disappointing PMI
The US dollar fell on Wednesday, trading defensively following the Trump administration’s agreement with its neighbors, Canada and Mexico, to delay tariffs. Meanwhile, the euro gained despite weak regional services activity data. The dollar index, which analyzes the evolution of this currency in comparison to a basket of six other major currencies, was trading down […]
Dollar Catapults After the Announcement of Tariffs, The Euro Is Severely Punished
The US dollar surged on Monday, reaching a three-week high after US President Donald Trump followed through on his threat of additional trade tariffs, increasing demand for the safe-haven currency. The dollar index, which tracks the behavior of the US dollar against a basket of six other currencies, was trading nearly 1% higher at 109.305 […]
Dollar Gains Ground Amid Tariff Concerns, Euro Looks Toward ECB Meeting
The US dollar gained on Monday, recovering from recent losses as attention turned back to the potential for trade tariffs under the Trump administration at the start of a week in which the Federal Reserve is set to hold its monetary policy meeting. The dollar index, which analyzes the behavior of the greenback in comparison […]
Dollar Firms Ahead of CPI Release, Pound Struggles to Regain Ground
The U.S. dollar strengthened on Monday, remaining at elevated levels following robust U.S. payroll data, while the British pound faced continued pressure, extending recent losses. In early trading, the dollar index, which tracks the U.S. currency against a basket of six other currencies, was trading 0.4% higher at 109.930, after reaching its highest level on […]
Dollar Rises in View of CPI, Euro and Yuan Depreciate
The U.S. dollar strengthened on Wednesday, driven by anticipation of the November consumer inflation report. This pressure weighed on the euro and British pound, while the Chinese yuan retreated following reports that Beijing is considering measures to weaken its currency. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six other major currencies, […]
Dollar Remains Strong Ahead of CPI and Fed; Euro Bearish
The U.S. dollar strengthened on Monday, maintaining the momentum generated by Donald Trump’s return to the presidency. Investors are eyeing key inflation data due for release this week, alongside remarks from several Federal Reserve officials. The dollar index, which measures the greenback’s performance against a basket of six other currencies, rose by approximately 0.3% in […]
Dollar Gains on Cut in Rate Expectations, Pound Falls on Inflation
The U.S. dollar rose Monday, maintaining its recent strength as the election for U.S. president approaches and polls point to a growing likelihood that former President Donald Trump will be the winner. Dollar Boosted by Confidence in Trump The dollar remained near its highest levels in over two months, bolstered by growing confidence that U.S. […]