The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) rose on Wednesday, bolstered by cooler-than-expected Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data for May, as well as a tentative trade policy framework following two days of trade talks in London.
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is extending its gains for the third successive day and trading more than 0.50% higher around 100.30 during the Asian hours on Thursday.
Richmond Fed President Thomas Barkin highlighted persistent uncertainty in the US economy, pointing to muted business activity, fiscal drag, and inflation expectations weighing on sentiment. While consumer spending remains resilient for now, policymakers are closely watching the evolving data.