USD in the spotlight: latest news

In the weekly Forex forecast for February 8th to 13th, 2026, it was noted that the most promising trade opportunities include taking a long position on the EUR/USD currency pair, contingent upon a daily close above $1.2039.

The AUD/USD pair remains above 70 cents, supported by the Reserve Bank of Australia's interest rates. However, the options market is showing a defensive stance in anticipation of important US jobs and inflation data.

The GBP to EUR exchange rate has declined significantly from its recent highs due to renewed political instability in the UK, which has caused uncertainty in the markets.

The Euro to Dollar (EUR/USD) exchange rate reached a four-year high of over 1.2050 in late January but has since declined to below 1.1800 due to a rebound in the dollar.

Silver prices have experienced a significant drop of over 30% but have since stabilized. The market outlook for silver is influenced by tight supply conditions, changing investor positions, and updated forecasts that extend through 2026.

Visit USA Switzerland predicts that the number of Swiss travelers to the United States will decline by as much as 25% in 2026. This forecast is attributed to factors such as a strong dollar, increased airfares, and complex entry requirements.

Silver prices experienced a significant rebound in early February, climbing over 22% from recent lows of $72 to $73. This surge comes amid increased volatility in the precious metals market. Analysts are now questioning whether silver can maintain this upward momentum towards the resistance level of $92.

Germany's trade balance surpassed expectations, reaching €17.1 billion, significantly higher than the anticipated €14.1 billion. Meanwhile, the dollar remained steady, gold prices rebounded, Bitcoin experienced volatility, Solana saw a decline, and technology stocks faced a downturn.

The silver price in the United States settled at approximately $77.8 per ounce on Friday, showing signs of recovery after experiencing significant losses the previous day when prices briefly dropped.

The GBP/USD exchange rate is experiencing increased pressure as the Bank of England's critical decision meets rising political tensions in the UK.

As the second week of February concludes, heightened risk aversion and sustained selling pressure have emerged as prominent themes in the cryptocurrency market.

The U.S. Dollar is experiencing a decline as risk assets recover, labor market data shows signs of softness, and sellers maintain dominance, indicating a possible short-term pullback for the DXY.

The Pound Sterling (GBP) reversed its trend against the US Dollar (USD), as the GBP/USD pair experienced a significant drop of nearly 200 pips in a notable correction.

The U.S. Dollar Index is declining, even following a stronger-than-anticipated Michigan Consumer Sentiment report. This report highlighted positive consumer sentiment in Michigan, but it has not been enough to support the dollar's strength.

The USD/CHF exchange rate is fluctuating around 0.78 as the Swiss National Bank engages in discussions and global uncertainties persist. A decisive breakout or pullback from this level could indicate the next trend direction for the currency pair.

The US Dollar Index has fallen below 98 due to weaker jobless claims, which have increased speculation about a potential rate cut by the Federal Reserve. This development places GBP/USD and EUR/USD at critical breakout points.

EUR/USD has paused its decline after reaching a critical support area. The upcoming reaction in this zone will influence whether the pullback continues or stabilizes.

The recent significant decline in the US Dollar (USD) has encountered a temporary pause.

The AUD/USD pair experienced a decline on Thursday, continuing its consolidation within the range of 0.69 to 0.71. Traders are closely monitoring the Reserve Bank of Australia's policies and demand from China for potential breakout or breakdown indicators.

The European Central Bank has maintained its monetary policy for the fifth consecutive meeting, showing a lack of significant changes. Meanwhile, key employment and inflation data from the United States are expected to influence the market. The US dollar is likely to remain under pressure until the prevailing uncertainty is resolved.

The GBP/USD forecast indicates that calmer market conditions have allowed the British pound to stabilize following a brief period of dollar-driven risk aversion. Additionally, a more dovish stance from the Bank of England has influenced market expectations.

The US Dollar Index has reached a standstill at 97.973, just shy of significant Fibonacci resistance at 97.987. A breakout could target the 50-day moving average at 98.355. Meanwhile, critical support remains intact at 97.522.

The U.S. Dollar is strengthening despite disappointing jobs data, as both the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Bank of England (BoE) have decided to keep their interest rates unchanged.

The US dollar is experiencing an upward trend against the Swiss Franc on Wednesday, as the Swiss National Bank works to stabilize the currency.

AUD/USD has encountered significant resistance near 0.7050, causing a pause following a strong rally over the past three weeks. The pair is currently consolidating rather than continuing its upward momentum.