USD in the spotlight: latest news

The US dollar has strengthened against the Japanese yen, driven by favorable interest rate differentials. The key support level is set at 153, while resistance is identified at 158.

The EUR/USD pair has stalled near the 1.18 resistance level following the Federal Reserve's rate cut. Traders should prepare for potential fluctuations unless there is a breakout above 1.1850.

The US dollar is experiencing a decline ahead of the upcoming Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) report, driven by increasing expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut. This shift is putting pressure on the DXY index, while both GBP/USD and EUR/USD maintain positive technical setups.

The EUR/USD pair is trading at approximately 1.1750 on Monday, as the US Dollar experiences slight downward pressure at the start of the American trading session.

The U.S. dollar is experiencing weakness at the beginning of the week as traders react to declining Treasury yields.

NZD/USD is currently facing resistance near the 0.58 level, with the 200-day EMA limiting further gains. The upcoming movements in the pair will likely be influenced by overall US dollar strength and market risk sentiment.

The GBP/USD exchange rate increased at the beginning of the week, supported by a positive shift in market sentiment and expectations of a dovish stance from the Federal Reserve.

The GBP/USD currency pair is in focus this week, particularly with the upcoming US non-farm payroll report and important central bank rate decisions, including those from the UK.

Silver prices experienced a remarkable surge, reaching $64.64 before experiencing a pullback. Analysts are now examining what the future holds for XAG/USD in the upcoming week of December 8-14, 2025.

Gold prices have experienced a significant rally in December 2025, with spot prices consistently remaining within the $4,200 to $4,300 range. This surge is largely attributed to anticipated rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, which have influenced trader expectations. However, the Bank for International Settlements has issued a warning regarding a potential "bubble" in the gold market, indicating that volatility may be on the horizon.

The GBP/USD and EUR/USD outlook for the week of December 8 to 14, 2025, indicates that both the British Pound and the Euro have maintained their gains following the recent Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Investors will be monitoring key economic indicators and events that could influence these currency pairs in the upcoming week.

The EUR/USD exchange rate has remained stable over the past few months, and this trend is expected to persist as analysts foresee a decline in the value of the US dollar in the near future.

USD/JPY ended a two-week decline as a hawkish Federal Reserve forecast indicated only one rate cut in 2026, increasing demand for the US dollar. Additionally, expectations of a potential rate hike by the Bank of Japan are influencing market dynamics.

In the Forex forecast for the week of December 14th to 19th, 2025, it was noted that the optimal trade would be to take a long position on the S&P 500 Index if it closed above 6,920. However, this trading opportunity did not materialize.

The USD/JPY pair is trading lower at approximately 155.75 in the early Asian session on Monday, as the US Dollar weakens against the Japanese Yen.

The EUR/USD currency pair has re-tested a significant level on the chart, while the EUR/JPY has reached a new all-time high. Additionally, the EUR/GBP indicates the strength of the Euro, showcasing its positive momentum in the market.

The Indian Rupee has reached a record low of approximately 90.55 against the US Dollar. This report discusses the factors that influenced the USD/INR exchange rate last week and outlines key indicators to monitor in the upcoming days, from December 15 to 19, 2025.

The weekly forecast for USD/CAD appears bearish due to a weaker dollar following recent rate cuts. Meanwhile, stable oil prices are providing ongoing support for the Canadian dollar, while critical Consumer Price Index (CPI) data is set to be released soon.

Silver prices today are approximately $62 per ounce, stabilizing after reaching record highs earlier this week.

Spot gold has reached seven-week highs, but the recent rally has paused as traders take profits near resistance levels. The outlook for gold remains bullish, supported by anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts and stable Treasury yields.

Gold prices have surged over 12% from their October lows, with XAU/USD reaching a record close high. The current attention is on whether buyers can successfully break through this resistance level as the year-end approaches.

The Euro concluded the week at 1.17401 against the US Dollar, experiencing a slight decline as traders reevaluate the potential for the European Central Bank to take a more assertive stance compared to the Federal Reserve.

Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs predict that the US dollar will weaken in 2026 due to differing Federal Reserve rate cuts compared to the policies of other central banks.

The GBP/USD currency pair remained in a positive territory, briefly testing the 1.3400 level as market participants responded to changing policy expectations.

The US Dollar Index (DXY) is approaching 99 as speculation about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts impacts global markets and stock indices. Analysts are providing insights on the outlook for December 2025.