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A Reuters column argues that the ECB is still in easing mode while the US economy runs hotter and the Fed is tighter. This gap explains much of the dollar's current strength.
The piece also questions whether any coordinated Plaza-style euro rise is realistic.
The interest rate gap between the US and euro zone supports the dollar, which tends to pressure dollar-priced commodities. Buyers in euro-linked markets may see lower US grain and oilseed prices in local currency terms.
reuters.comMike DolanJan 31, 2025After 2,356 past bullish macro events, US Dollar (Broad) moved a median +0.2% over 5 sessions (60% higher; middle half -0.3% to +0.7%), and +0.4% over 20.
After 533 past bearish macro events, Euro (USD per EUR) moved a median -0.3% over 5 sessions (33% higher; middle half -1.2% to +0.2%), and -0.5% over 20.
Moves of each commodity's benchmark from the last close before the event. Historical reads pool past events of the same kind; they describe what happened, not what will. Not investment advice.
