Dollar

29 May 2024
Dollar shows uncertainty despite strong data

Key points: Dollar index (DXY) remains flat just above 104.50 EUR/USD and GBP/USD fail to break key levels U.S. consumer confidence rises unexpectedly in May The dollar showed little direction on Wednesday, despite the rise in the U.S. Conference Board’s …

28 May 2024
US dollar edges lower against Singapore dollar ahead of economic data release 

Key points:  USD/SGD slips 0.1% to 1.3472 during the Asian session.  Market focus on the Conference Board’s consumer confidence data for May.  Technical support at 1.3400 and resistance at 1.3500.  During the Asian trading session, the USDSGD pair edged lower, …

28 May 2024
Aussie rises as investors await inflation data 

Key points:  Australian dollar appreciates past $0.665, marking a three-day winning streak.  Domestic inflation figures and cautious retail sales data influence interest rate outlook.  Market bets on the Reserve Bank of Australia maintaining high rates longer.  The Australian dollar (AUD) …

27 May 2024
Dollar strengthens ahead of news on global inflation

Key points: Dollar supported by interest rate expectations and mixed U.S. economic data. Euro and yen trading in tight ranges, awaiting key inflation readings. The dollar started the week on a firm note as traders awaited crucial inflation data from …

24 May 2024
Dollar rises as traders scale back US rate cut expectations

Key points: Dollar heads for its largest weekly rise in over a month. U.S. business activity hits a two-year high, influencing interest rate expectations. The dollar surged this week, marking its largest weekly rise in over a month. Surprisingly strong …

23 May 2024
US Fed officials tentative on interest rate adjustments with concerns on inflation 

Key Points:  Fed officials indicated a willingness to raise rates again if inflation persists.  The Fed maintained its benchmark interest rate at 5.25%-5.5%.  The US Dollar Index (Symbol: USDX) strengthened on hawkish Fed minutes.  Market reactions include a drop in …

21 May 2024
Australia, NZ Dollars decline as markets assess rate outlooks

Key points: Australian dollar drifts 0.2% to $0.6654, with key support levels at $0.6650 and $0.6630. New Zealand dollar eases to $0.6091, with support around $0.6083 and $0.6031. The Australian and New Zealand dollars faltered on Tuesday as the momentum …

20 May 2024
Market implications from the US dollar decline; stock markets await earnings report

Key Points: The DXY index declined significantly due to softer-than-expected CPI figures, indicating a potential return to a disinflationary trend. Federal Reserve speculation rises as inflation data suggests possible easing of monetary policy in the fall. The U.S. Dollar Index …

20 May 2024
Dollar stable as traders await US rate policy updates

Key points: Dollar index stable at 104.46; eyes on US PCE price index report due May 31. USDJPY weakens slightly to 155.80; traders wary of potential government intervention. The dollar held steady on Monday as investors anticipated further guidance on …

17 May 2024
US stocks pullback: Rising bond yields and hawkish Fed comments  

Key Points:  Optimism for US stock indexes shortlived since the US inflation data was announced, making record highs and then closing lower.  Such pullback was mainly attributed to the rise in bond yields.  Hawkish comments from Fed officials weighed on stocks.  …

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