• Walmart becomes the first retailer to reach $1 trillion market capitalization, joining an elite club dominated by tech giants.

Deutsche Bank's Macro Strategy report highlights a positive outlook for the Dollar following strong economic data. The report notes that the ISM manufacturing index unexpectedly surged, contributing to rising optimism for 2026.

The US Dollar (USD) has rebounded at the start of the week, bolstered by President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair and positive economic indicators.

The US Dollar Index (DXY) is trimming gains on Tuesday, trading at 97.45 at the time of writing after failing to extend gains past a previous support level, now turned resistance, at the 97.75 area.

Dow Jones futures rose 0.12% to around 49,580 in the European session on Tuesday, while S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.27% and 0.57% to near 7,020 and 26,000, respectively. Investors now look ahead to a busy earnings slate later in the day, including results from AMD, Pfizer, and Chipotle.

Deutsche Bank's Macro Strategy report highlights a positive outlook for the Dollar following strong economic data. The report notes that the ISM manufacturing index unexpectedly surged, contributing to rising optimism for 2026.

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is edging lower after two days of gains and trading near 97.50 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

• The Dow Jones gained nearly 400 points on Monday as factory activity expanded for the first time in over a year.

The US Dollar showed strength against all G10 currencies following President Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chair. This nomination is perceived as a move that may enhance central bank independence and ease concerns over the Dollar's depreciation.

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is holding ground after registering more than 1% gains in the previous session and trading near 97.20 during the Asian hours on Tuesday.

The United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) had a busy week. On Monday, the Fed asked local New York banks about their positions in USD/JPY, fueling speculation that the US may be preparing to work with Japan on the Japanes Yen's (JPY) weakness.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) declined sharply on Friday after President Donald Trump announced his nomination of former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve (Fed) Chair.

The UBS Weekly Blog by Paul Donovan discusses the rapid decline of the US Dollar this year. It highlights that while a weaker currency typically correlates with higher inflation, modern trading behaviors have diminished this narrative.

Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) reports that the Dollar has recovered within its multi-month range. Analysts expect the Dollar to hold within this range due to the Fed's cautious approach to monetary policy.

The Dollar is poised for a potential recovery following the expected nomination of Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve Chair. This development is seen as a positive sign for the Dollar, which has been seeking a catalyst for recovery.

Financial markets were choppy on Thursday, with significant volatility during US trading hours. In the absence of other news, the focus was on United States (US) President Donald Trump, who said on Truth Social that the Federal Reserve (Fed) should substantially lower interest rates: “now!

US equities faced renewed pressure on Thursday as megacap technology earnings and the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) tepid showing this week weighed on sentiment.

The US Dollar has not been able to strengthen further following the FOMC meeting, where the fed funds rate was kept unchanged. The meeting highlighted a change in the labor market description, indicating signs of stabilization.

The US Dollar strengthened overnight, holding above key support levels, particularly against the Japanese Yen. However, the report from MUFG highlights that the US Dollar may remain vulnerable amid policy risks.

The US Dollar's response to the recent Fed meeting was muted, with EUR/USD approaching 1.20.

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback against a basket of currencies, meets with a fresh supply during the Asian session on Thursday and erodes a part of the previous day's modest recovery gains.

US equities tested fresh highs but struggled to build momentum as investors digested the Federal Reserve’s latest policy decision and a market rally that remained narrowly focused.

The US Dollar Index (DXY) jostled but overall remained in Wednesday’s trading neighborhood after the Federal Reserve (Fed) delivered its standard interest rate decision, holding interest rates steady in the 3.5-3.75% range and noting its data-dependent approach. 

The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) churned in the midrange as investors await the latest interest rate decision from the Federal Reserve (Fed).

The Dollar index has dropped to its lowest level since February 2022, with limited impact on cash Treasuries. President Trump commented on the currency's decline, stating, "I think it’s great...

The Dollar is entering the FOMC decision on a weak note, with no signs of panic selling despite recent commentary from President Trump. There has been a marginal net-buying trend over the past three months, although signs of deterioration have emerged.

RaboResearch discusses the current state of the USD, highlighting potential negative factors impacting the currency. Concerns over Fed independence and US fiscal policies are noted, alongside signs of increased hedging among investors.

The Dollar has recently faced significant downward pressure, with President Trump expressing indifference to its decline, stating, "The dollar’s doing great." Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) analysts note that the USD has undershot levels implied by rate differentials, with various structural drags co

Paul Donovan from UBS, notes that a unanimous 92 out of 92 surveyed economists expect no change in US interest rates today. He discusses the potential need for an insurance rate cut to maintain consumer spending and the implications of President Trump's comments on the US Dollar.

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the US Dollar (USD) against six major currencies, is rebounding after four days of losses and hovering around 96.00 during the European hours on Wednesday.