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ECB President Lagarde suggested growth forecasts may be raised, and a board member indicated no need for further interest rate cuts.

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Dollar Dips on Fed Cut Fears and Dovish Chair Speculation

12 Dec

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Summary

Dollar weakened on expectations of a 25 basis point Federal Reserve rate cut.
ECB anticipates raising economic growth forecasts, indicating no further rate cuts.
Japan's producer prices above 2% suggest hawkish policy for the Bank of Japan.

Dollar Dips on Fed Cut Fears and Dovish Chair Speculation

The US dollar experienced a notable decline, with the dollar index falling as anticipation grew for a 25 basis point reduction in the federal funds target range following the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. This downward pressure on the dollar intensified after the US Q3 employment cost index data revealed a slower-than-expected increase, signaling a potentially dovish stance from the Federal Reserve. Concerns also stem from speculation about President Trump potentially appointing a dovish Fed Chair.

Simultaneously, the euro demonstrated strength, with EUR/USD rising amid the broader dollar weakness. Hawkish commentary from the European Central Bank (ECB) further bolstered the euro's performance. ECB President Lagarde hinted at an upward revision of economic growth forecasts for the upcoming policy meeting. Additionally, ECB Governing Council member Simkus stated that current inflation trends suggest no immediate need for interest rate adjustments.