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The world's reserve currency, anchoring global finance, commodity pricing, and capital flows.

What is US Dollar (USD)?

The US dollar is the most-traded currency, involved in ~88% of all FX transactions. Roughly 60% of global foreign exchange reserves are held in dollars. The US Dollar Index (DXY) measures USD against a basket of six developed-market currencies (EUR, JPY, GBP, CAD, SEK, CHF). The Fed sets US monetary policy that drives dollar value. Other central banks intervene in their currencies vs. USD, not the other way around.

Why it matters for investors

Dollar strength affects everything: emerging market debt servicing (most EM dollar-denominated debt becomes harder to repay), commodity prices (oil/gold inversely correlated with USD), US multinational earnings (stronger dollar reduces overseas revenue when translated), and global trade. The "exorbitant privilege" allows the US to run persistent current account deficits.

Frequently asked questions

Why is the USD the reserve currency?

Deepest and most liquid capital markets, rule of law, US Treasury safety, network effects (everyone else uses dollars so newcomers also do), and historical inertia from Bretton Woods.

Will the dollar lose reserve status?

Frequently predicted, rarely delivered. The euro, yen, and yuan all have structural limitations. Dollar reserve share has declined gradually but still exceeds all other currencies combined.

What is "dollar weaponization"?

Using dollar-system access (SWIFT, US sanctions) as foreign policy leverage. This has motivated some countries (China, Russia, Iran) to develop alternative payment systems. Effects on USD reserve status remain modest.

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Singapore

Yen Surges to 157 as Japan Intervenes, Triggering Carry Trade Unwind Across Asia

The Japanese yen surged to the lower 157 range against the dollar as authorities intervened, unwinding carry trades and creating competitiveness shifts across Asian export economies.

Aug 1, 2026

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States

Yen Surges Over 3% Against Dollar Amid Speculation of Japanese Government Intervention

The Japanese yen surged more than 3% against the US dollar in a rapid move that triggered market speculation of Bank of Japan or Ministry of Finance currency intervention, recalling prior 2022 and 2024 operations.

Jul 31, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

JP Morgan Brings Forward Fed Rate Hike Call to December 2026 After July Hold as Three FOMC Members Dissent

JP Morgan has advanced its forecast for the next US Fed rate hike to December 2026 following the July hold decision and a 9-3 dissent vote revealing real committee division over inflation persistence.

Jul 31, 2026

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ China

US-Listed Chinese Stocks Attract Rotation Flows as Fed Uncertainty and AI Slump Drive Diversification

US-listed Chinese stocks are emerging as a safe haven as confusion over the Federal Reserve's monetary path drives investors to diversify from US equities and bonds

Jul 31, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

Dollar Hits One-Month High, Gold Holds at $4,029 as Markets Brace for Fed Decision

The US dollar reached a one-month high driven by Middle East hostilities, with traders bracing for the Federal Reserve's rate decision later Wednesday

Jul 29, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

US Dollar Retreats From One-Month Highs as Markets Hold Breath for Fed Decision

The US dollar retreated from one-month highs on Wednesday ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, as investors adopted a cautious wait-and-see stance

Jul 29, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

Gold Slips 0.81% to $4,041 as Dollar Strengthens Ahead of Federal Reserve Rate Decision

Gold declined 0.81% to $4,041 per ounce as the US dollar strengthened ahead of the Federal Reserve's upcoming rate decision

Jul 28, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Singapore

US Dollar Hits 40-Year High Against Yen, Edges Higher on Euro Ahead of ECB Decision

The US dollar reached a fresh 40-year high against the Japanese yen, reflecting widening rate differentials

Jul 24, 2026

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States

Dollar Set to Strengthen Into Fed Decision as Traders Lean Long USD

Analyst Brent Donnelly signals dollar strength ahead of the upcoming Federal Reserve rate decision

Jul 23, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Brazil

Argentina Merval Surges as WTI Jumps 2.85% While Brazil Faces Tariff and Political Headwinds on July 20

Argentina Merval surged pre-market as WTI crude jumped 2.85% on July 20, while Brazil grappled with US tariff headwinds and Lula health uncertainty and Mexico navigated a cautious Bolsa tone.

Jul 20, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Singapore

Dollar Holds 100.79 But Posts Weekly Loss as Rate-Hike Bets Fade

The dollar index steadied near 100.79 on Friday but is set for a weekly decline as fading Federal Reserve rate-hike bets weaken the greenback's near-term appeal.

Jul 17, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

Dollar Posts Weekly Decline as Soft US Inflation Dents Rate-Hike Bets

The US dollar fell for the week after softer inflation data drove traders to cut Fed rate-hike wagers, strengthening the rupee and boosting oil prices amid Middle East tensions.

Jul 17, 2026

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ United States

Japanese Retail Dollar Shorts Surge, Amplifying USD/JPY Downside Pressure

Japanese retail investors have surged short positions on the US dollar, directly pressuring the USD/JPY exchange rate lower, per GuruFocus analysis.

Jul 16, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

US Dollar Weakens as Softer Inflation Data Reduces Near-Term Fed Rate Hike Expectations

The US dollar weakened after lower-than-expected inflation data reduced bets on near-term Fed rate hikes

Jul 15, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

LME Copper Falls 0.64% as US-Iran Conflict Drives Dollar Strength and Inflation Fears

LME copper declined 0.64% on Monday as escalating US-Iran hostilities pushed the dollar higher and revived inflation concerns, pressuring industrial metals.

Jul 14, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

US Dollar Heads for Best Month in Nearly a Year as Inflation Keeps Fed Rate Hike Bets Alive

The US dollar is on track for its best monthly performance in nearly a year as persistent inflation and Fed rate hike expectations drive sustained dollar demand.

Jun 29, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

Commerzbank: Falling Oil Prices Make Further Fed Rate Hikes Unlikely Despite Market Expectations

Commerzbank economist Bernd Weidensteiner argues that declining oil and gasoline prices will reduce US inflation, making additional Federal Reserve rate hikes unlikely despite market pricing that still reflects tightening risk.

Jun 27, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

USD Index Rebounds to 101.50 as Fed Rate-Cut Bets Firm in Asian Session

The US Dollar Index (DXY) traded around 101.50, recovering from recent losses during Asian trading hours

Jun 26, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

US Dollar Posts 3% H1 2026 Gain as Fed Rate Hike Expectations and AI Growth Drive Demand

The US dollar gained approximately 3% in H1 2026, becoming the best-performing major currency in the first half of the year

Jun 26, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

U.S. Dollar Holds Near 13-Month Highs as Traders Price Rate Hikes Ahead of Inflation Data

The U.S. dollar index reached a 13-month high as growing rate hike expectations reflected trader confidence in the resilience of the American economy.

Jun 25, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

Indian Gold Falls Rs 2,200 per 10g and Silver Tanks Rs 3,300 per Kg as Dollar and Rate Hike Fears Dominate

Indian gold prices crashed Rs 2,200 per 10 grams and silver tanked Rs 3,300 per kg on MCX as US dollar strength from Fed rate hike expectations dominated commodity sentiment

Jun 25, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

Gold Slides to Two-Week Low Near $4,050 as Fed Rate Hike Bets Lift Dollar

Gold fell to a two-week low near $4,050 per troy ounce in Wednesday Asian session, declining for the fifth time in six sessions as US dollar strength driven by Fed rate hike expectations weighs on the precious metal

Jun 24, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

US Dollar Index Hits 13-Month High of 101.44 as Fed Rate Hike Bets and Tech Sell-Off Drive Safe-Haven Demand

The US dollar index climbed to 101.44, its highest since May 2025, as markets price in Fed rate hikes in July and September amid a broad tech stock sell-off

Jun 24, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India

MCX Gold Falls 1.21% to โ‚น1.45L as Dollar Surges to 1-Year High on Fed Rate Bets

MCX gold August futures fell 1.21% to โ‚น1,44,759 per 10 grams as the US dollar index hit a 1-year high, with silver also declining 0.71%

Jun 24, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

US Dollar Hits 13-Month High at 101.40 as PMI Data Confirms Business Resilience

US Dollar Index (DXY) surged to near 101.40, a 13-month high, on resilient US PMI data

Jun 24, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

Dollar Hits November High as Traders Lock In Fed Rate Hike Bets for 2026

US dollar touched its highest level since November as traders cemented expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike, pressuring emerging market currencies.

Jun 24, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

US Dollar Surges to 13-Month High as Markets Price Additional Fed Rate Hikes

The US dollar index hit a 13-month high as traders priced in more Federal Reserve rate hikes following persistent Fed inflation concerns.

Jun 24, 2026

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ช UAE / MENA

US Dollar Surges to One-Year High on Fed Rate Hike Bets as Japanese Yen Nears 40-Year Low

The US dollar climbed to its highest level in over a year as Federal Reserve rate hike expectations boosted demand, while the Japanese yen remained near 40-year lows at levels that previously triggered Tokyo intervention.

Jun 23, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

Swiss Franc Holds Losses Below 0.8100 as Fed Rate Hike Bets Power Dollar Strength

Swiss Franc held at 0.8088 against the dollar during Tuesday Asian session, extending Monday losses as firming Fed rate hike bets bolstered USD demand.

Jun 23, 2026

๐ŸŒ Global

Gold Drops 1.43% to $4,124 and Silver Falls 4.69% as Strong Dollar and Fed Rate Bets Dominate

Spot gold fell 1.43% to $4,124.6/oz and silver dropped 4.69% to $62 as a firm US dollar and rising Federal Reserve rate-hike expectations outweighed Middle East geopolitical support.

Jun 23, 2026