The U.S. Dollar Index (USDX) continued to face pressure, closing at 107.53, a slight decline from its session open of 107.91. The dollar’s movement reflects ongoing concerns over potential tariffs from President Trump and anticipation of the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting, which is widely expected to leave interest rates unchanged.
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Despite initial optimism surrounding reduced trade tensions with Colombia, the market remains wary of Trump’s tariff threats targeting Canada, Mexico, and China, with the February 1 deadline fast approaching. The uncertainty has kept the dollar from making significant gains, contributing to a recent low of 107.31, with limited upside momentum.
The dollar appears to be in a consolidation phase, with traders closely monitoring key technical levels for its next move. Support is holding steady above 107.00, a critical level; a break below this could see the index slip toward the next target at 106.75. On the upside, immediate resistance sits at 107.60, with stronger resistance at 108.00, aligning with the recent session high of 108.33.
Technical indicators offer mixed signals. The 5, 10, and 30-period moving averages suggest mild bullish momentum, but the dollar needs to maintain strength above 107.60 to confirm a sustained upward trend. Meanwhile, the MACD reflects a neutral to slightly bearish stance, highlighting indecision among traders as they wait for clearer directional cues. For now, the dollar’s price action remains range-bound, with these levels acting as key points to watch.
Market participants are closely monitoring the Federal Reserve’s upcoming meeting, where policymakers are expected to keep interest rates unchanged. However, attention will be on any forward guidance regarding potential rate cuts if inflation moderates toward the Fed’s 2% target.
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While the dollar remains under pressure, upcoming economic data and tariff developments could provide directional cues. A more hawkish Fed stance could offer some support, while any confirmation of tariffs could further weigh on the dollar’s performance.
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