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The Dollar Index, which gauges the value of the Greenback against a basket of 6 major currencies, climbed to 105.77 from 105.57 after the US PCE report showed price pressures remain elevated.

This week focal point lies in the forthcoming FOMC meeting. Analysts anticipate a more hawkish stance from the Fed regarding interest rate cuts, echoing recent remarks from Fed Chair Powell.

Amidst the ongoing yen depreciation against the US dollar, the pressure intensifies on Japanese policymakers to translate their verbal assurances into concrete measures.

The Dollar Index (DXY), which measures the value of the Greenback against a basket of 6 major currencies dipped 0.23% to 105.59 (105.80) after US Q1 GDP fell short of forecasts.

In recent months, Japan's monetary policy has been a focal point amidst shifting global economic tides.

The foreign exchange landscape has been a study in stability, albeit with an undercurrent of tension, as investors brace for key events on the horizon.

Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, Brent oil prices witnessed a slight decline, settling at US$86 after surpassing the US$90 mark.

Starting with the US dollar, recent data from the Philly Fed manufacturing survey showcased strength, affirming the Federal Reserve's cautious stance on easing policies.

In recent times, the landscape of the global economy has seen a notable shift, particularly in the United States and the Eurozone.

The Dollar Index, a popular gauge of the Greenback’s value against a basket of 6 major currencies, steadied to close at 106.11 (106.15 Friday).

In the current market scenario, it's evident that investors are cautiously assessing their positions, with some opting to secure profits.

Looking at the currency markets (FOREX), recent movements signal intriguing shifts and potential interventions on the horizon. Japan has caught attention with its subtle yet significant manoeuvres to support the yen, while the RBA and BoC take divergent paths in their rate decisions.