USD in the spotlight: latest news

EUR/USD is climbing steadily toward 1.1800 after a positive closing on Monday, breaking a four-day losing streak. Euro bulls remain in control as traders anticipate upcoming US economic data.

The Pound to Dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) increased as a weaker US dollar alleviated some of the persistent worries regarding the UK's economic growth outlook.

The NZD/USD has shown an increase due to widespread weakness in the US dollar; however, it remains confined around the 0.58 level. The low liquidity during the holiday season is contributing to volatile and range-bound trading conditions.

The Australian Dollar (AUD) continues to strengthen against the US Dollar (USD) on Tuesday, following the release of the Reserve Bank of Australia's Meeting Minutes, which highlighted policymakers' positive outlook on the economy.

The US Dollar has weakened due to expectations of Federal Reserve easing, alongside a rise in safe-haven demand. Meanwhile, GBP/USD and EUR/USD maintain bullish trends within their respective rising technical channels.

The USD/JPY exchange rate remains stable around 156.44, as hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan support the yen, while expectations of interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve put pressure on the dollar. Key levels and market outlook are discussed in detail.

The EUR/USD pair approached the 1.1800 level during European trading hours on Tuesday. The foreign exchange market is currently reflecting a weakness in the US Dollar (USD), despite some encouraging growth data.

GBP/USD is rising due to renewed weakness in the US dollar, nearing a significant resistance level around 1.3450 as traders evaluate market conditions and potential breakout opportunities.

The GBP/USD exchange rate surpassed $1.35 on Tuesday, reaching its highest point since late September.

The U.S. Dollar Index has stabilized following a decline, as robust GDP data coincides with steady Treasury yields amid light holiday trading conditions.

The US dollar experienced volatility as the week began, showing signs of weakness early on Monday.

The USD/JPY exchange rate has surged following the Bank of Japan's rate hike, as market participants overlook the tightening measures. Strong momentum continues to favor buyers, maintaining control within the resistance range of 155 to 158.

The USD/CAD exchange rate is expected to recover in 2026, following a decline in 2025 from two-decade highs. This downturn was primarily influenced by the US Dollar's overall weakening throughout the year. The forecast suggests that rate differentials will play a significant role in driving the Canadian Loonie's recovery.

The pound to dollar exchange rate (GBP/USD) has increased to 1.3417 as of Monday, approaching the peak it reached last week.

The US Dollar Index (DXY) has declined to around 98.60 as expectations for a Federal Reserve rate cut diminish. This trend, coupled with the approaching US GDP report, is providing support to GBP/USD and EUR/USD, which are benefiting from upward price channels.

The Euro to Dollar exchange rate (EUR/USD) retreated to around 1.17 after reaching a temporary peak of 1.18, as market attention remains centered on the Federal Reserve's outlook.

The Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD) exchange rate is currently above 1.1700 and is expected to achieve its most significant increase since 2017, despite experiencing a slight net loss recently. Analysts predict that the exchange rate could rally to 1.24 by 2026.

The U.S. dollar is currently stabilizing near significant support levels against the Swiss franc, as the Swiss National Bank is expected to intervene to maintain these crucial levels.

The US Dollar Index (DXY) is currently stable but lacks true strength following a significant adjustment from its recent highs. The appearance of strength is primarily deceptive.

The DXY index has declined as rising Treasury yields do not bolster the dollar, while caution from the Federal Reserve and increased flows into the euro and sterling are negatively impacting market sentiment.

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HSBC predicts that the GBP/AUD exchange rate will decline to 1.90 by the end of 2026, following a rally to approximately 2.0250 after finding support near 2.000 in mid-December.