Market Pulse by Monex USA

The U.S. Dollar is set to close the week with a surprising half-percent gain despite the Federal Reserve’s dovish tone and interest rate reduction. Market skepticism around inflation and payroll data has bolstered the Dollar’s safe-haven appeal. The Euro has gained over 1.1 percent in December, supported by the European Central Bank’s steady policy stance, […]

The U.S. Dollar is down against G10 currencies after a lower-than-expected CPI print of 2.7 percent, marking the slowest inflation pace since 2021 and fueling expectations for early 2026 rate cuts. Jobless claims settled at 224,000, aligning with forecasts. Globally, the British Pound is gaining after a 25 basis point rate cut by the Bank […]

The U.S. Dollar is strengthening against G10 currencies ahead of key Fed speeches today and tomorrow’s U.S. CPI data and global central bank decisions. Oil prices surged over two percent due to a U.S. blockade on Venezuela. The British Pound is under pressure from weak consumer price data and manufacturing outlooks, with the Bank of […]

The U.S. Dollar is trading mixed after job data showed stronger-than-expected November payrolls but higher unemployment and downward revisions for October. Retail sales exceeded expectations, and traders are now focused on Thursday’s inflation data. Meanwhile, the race for the next Federal Reserve Chair is intensifying, with Kevin Warsh emerging as a potential favorite over Kevin […]

The U.S. Dollar starts the week weaker against G10 currencies as traders focus on key economic data and central bank decisions globally. In the U.S., employment reports and inflation data this week are critical for understanding the economy and potential interest rate moves for 2026. The Japanese Yen is strong ahead of a likely Bank […]

The U.S. Dollar is down against most G10 currencies as traders process the Fed’s recent rate cut and await key economic data next week. U.S. jobless claims rose to 236,000, but markets rebounded as 10-year Treasury yields hit 4.16 percent following the reappointment of regional Fed presidents. Globally, the Swiss Franc is strong after the […]

The U.S. Dollar weakened after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, with Chairman Jerome Powell expressing concerns about labor market constraints while downplaying inflation. The Fed remains divided on future rate cuts, and economists are split on whether the decision was “hawkish” due to upgraded growth projections for 2026. Initial Jobless Claims rose, adding pressure […]

The U.S. Dollar is trading in tight ranges ahead of the Federal Reserve’s 2 PM announcement, where a 25-basis-point rate cut is expected, though further rate cuts remain uncertain. Geopolitical tensions include U.S. support for Ukraine, sanctions on Russian oil firms, and trade progress with China. The Canadian Dollar remains steady after the Bank of […]

The U.S. Dollar’s steady performance ahead of the Federal Reserve’s policy decision is expected to include a 25-basis-point rate cut, with focus on future guidance. Key data like the October JOLTS report is anticipated to influence market sentiment. The Euro remains stable, with potential for improvement as the ECB hints at future rate hikes. Meanwhile, […]

The U.S. Dollar is trading at its weakest since late October, with markets focused on Wednesday’s Federal Reserve decision and Chair Powell’s press conference. Global risk appetite is rising, driven by strong Chinese export data and domestic stimulus plans, while potential progress in the Russia-Ukraine conflict could impact the Euro. The Canadian Dollar is strengthening, […]

The U.S. Dollar has weakened to its lowest levels since late October as markets await key inflation data and next week’s Federal Reserve meeting, where a 25 basis point rate cut is expected. Equities are muted, Gold has gained, and Bitcoin has dropped amid cautious investor sentiment. Today’s Personal Consumption Expenditures data and the University […]

The U.S. Dollar is trading in tight ranges as markets pause to assess data and central bank policies. Equities are performing well, with the S&P 500 rising in seven of the last eight sessions, while global markets also show strength. Bitcoin has rebounded to 93-thousand dollars, and labor data this morning exceeded expectations. Key upcoming […]

The U.S. Dollar is down this morning against G10 currencies as markets focus on key economic data, including a surprising drop in ADP Private Payrolls and the upcoming ISM Services PMI. With the Federal Reserve in a communication blackout ahead of next week’s policy meeting, today’s data is critical, as markets currently expect a 93.9 […]

The U.S. Dollar is trading in tight ranges as markets stabilize and await key economic data this week, including Industrial Production, ADP Employment Change, and the PCE inflation gauge. Bitcoin and crypto ETFs saw renewed interest after the Fed’s Michelle Bowman discussed stable-coin regulations. The Euro is gaining strength on higher-than-expected inflation data and positive […]

The U.S. Dollar starts December weaker, with a sell-off in alternative markets like equities and Bitcoin, while Gold rises and Japan’s 2-year treasury yields hit a 15-year high. The Bank of Japan hints at a potential rate hike, boosting the Yen, while the Federal Reserve is expected to cut rates by 25 basis points at […]

The U.S. Dollar is seeing modest gains this morning, driven by month-end flows amidst light holiday trading and a CME outage. Markets are focused on next week’s key economic data, which will influence the Federal Reserve’s December 10th meeting, with an 84.4 percent probability of a rate cut. Meanwhile, the Canadian Dollar has strengthened significantly […]

The U.S. Dollar is slightly down against major peers due to dovish data, including weaker Consumer Confidence, a decline in private payrolls, and expected inflation figures, increasing the likelihood of a December rate cut. The British Pound Sterling rose over a quarter percent after the UK Autumn Budget revealed higher-than-expected short-term borrowing, raising concerns about […]

The U.S. Dollar is weakening as markets react to potential peace talks in Ukraine and rising odds of a Federal Reserve rate cut in December. U.S. equities focus on tech earnings, while mixed September data shows weaker Retail Sales but higher Producer Price Index inflation. Key events this week include Jobless Claims and Durable Goods […]

The U.S. Dollar remains steady as Thanksgiving week begins, with renewed hopes for stimulus and a 69.2 percent chance of a Fed rate cut at the December 10th meeting. Limited economic data is expected this week, with November payrolls set for release on December 16th. Geopolitical developments, including potential peace talks in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, […]

The U.S. Dollar trades in mixed ranges as the Federal Reserve remains divided on monetary policy, with a December interest rate cut now at a 62.8 percent probability. The U.S. and Russia propose a peace plan for Ukraine, while U.S. companies face a deadline to stop buying Russian crude oil, disrupting 7 percent of the […]

The U.S. Dollar experienced mixed reactions following the release of September payroll and unemployment data. While Non-Farm Payrolls exceeded expectations with a 119k increase, a two-month revision subtracting 33k and a higher-than-expected unemployment rate of 4.44% dampened optimism. Traders are now skeptical about a December rate cut, especially after FOMC minutes revealed opposition to furthe...

The U.S. Dollar is up against most major currencies today, driven by anticipation of international trade data and Federal Reserve speeches. The Fed’s dual mandate faces challenges with a weakening labor market and rising inflation, as traders await the October meeting minutes for policy insights. The Euro holds steady after meeting inflation expectations, while the […]

Foreign exchange markets are tight as traders await key economic data releases, including GDP, labor numbers, and CPI later this week. The U.S. Dollar remains steady, with jobless claims revised downward and a 46.8 percent chance of a December Fed rate cut. The British Pound continues its decline amid mixed UK labor data, while the […]

The U.S. Dollar starts the week strong as markets anticipate key economic data and Fed signals, with only a forty-one percent chance of a December rate cut. Equity markets remain cautious amid tech stock volatility, with Nvidia, Walmart, and Target earnings reports due this week. Key events include ADP employment data on Tuesday and Fed […]

Global markets are navigating significant uncertainty as the U.S. Dollar continues its slide against G10 currencies, heading for its largest single-week loss in a month. The end of the U.S. government shutdown has provided no relief, as critical data delays leave traders awaiting comments from Fed officials. Meanwhile, the British Pound fell nearly zero point […]