US Dollar Recovers Despite New Threats on the Fed and Stronger UK and Chinese GDP

The US dollar regained ground despite political pressures on the Federal Reserve and stronger-than-expected GDP prints from the UK and China that typically weigh on dollar demand. The rebound reflects persistent expectations of a hawkish Fed stance relative to other central banks, supporting yield differentials that attract safe-haven capital flows into USD-denominated assets. While improved growth in China and the UK boosts risk appetite and commodity currencies, the dollar benefits from its reserve currency status during periods of geopolitical or policy uncertainty. Markets are particularly focused on the upcoming US core PCE inflation data, which will influence expectations for Fed rate decisions and shape the near-term trajectory of the dollar.

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