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The US dollar fell to its lowest level in four years after President Trump downplayed concerns over its recent depreciation, prompting further selling in currency markets ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision expected later today. Traders interpreted the comments as a sign that dollar weakness may continue, increasing FX volatility.
Investors are bracing for a packed week in financial markets with both the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and major tech companies’ Q4 earnings releases. Anticipation of a Fed pause in rate cuts and political uncertainty around central bank leadership are expected to influence FX sentiment and cross-asset flows.
Recent market updates indicate a tone of cautious optimism in FX markets driven by mixed economic data and geopolitical developments. The euro has strengthened against the dollar, the pound remains resilient, and the yen faces pressure as traders evaluate potential pauses in US rate hikes.
Today’s economic calendar features the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) interest rate decision and the Bank of Canada (BoC) rate statement, both of which are considered key catalysts for currency moves. These central bank decisions tend to generate heightened volatility in major pairs like USD, EUR, and CAD.