U.S. Dollar Extends Gains in 2023: Factors Behind its Continued Strength and Outlook
The U.S. dollar continues its upward momentum following strong gains in June, driven by the Federal Reserve’s hawkish interest rate stance, robust economic data, and diverging global monetary policies. As rates in the U.S. rise while other major economies remain more accommodative, capital flows into dollar assets intensify, reinforcing the greenback’s appeal amid ongoing global uncertainties. Key trading partners like the euro and yen have weakened against the dollar, highlighting the currency’s relative strength and safe-haven status. For investors and policymakers, monitoring these dynamics will be crucial as we head deeper into 2024.