U.S. Dollar strengthens by an average of 10% in H2 2026, driven by heightened expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Statements (2)

1. ▼ Bearish

   Higher U.S. yields bolster the dollar against the yen ahead of the Bank of Japan's rate decision on September 18, 2026

   wsj.comSep 17, 2026 06:55 UTCHigh importance
2. ▲ Bullish

   US Federal Reserve raised interest rates as expected on September 16, 2026, strengthening the US dollar

   wsj.comSep 16, 2026 18:26 UTCHigh importance