US Dollar Index Holds Near 97.70; Bullish Potential Intact
FOMC Minutes Support Dollar Hawkish January Fed Minutes revealed deep division over rate cuts timing. Several officials cautioned against easing too early amid inflation concerns.
Rate Cut Bets Tempered Strong January jobs report plus cautious Fed stance reduced aggressive easing expectations, supporting dollar at one-week high near 97.70 level.
Geopolitical Risks Rise Reports of potential US military strikes on Iran this weekend boost safe-haven dollar demand despite upbeat global market sentiment.
Market Still Eyes Cuts Traders price in at least two Fed rate cuts in 2026 after softer US consumer inflation data released last Friday.
Key Data Ahead Focus shifts to US Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index on Friday, which will provide fresh direction for dollar strength.