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17/03/25
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USD/CAD Steady Amid Oil Rally and US Dollar Weakness
The USD/CAD currency pair is currently holding steady just above the mid-1.4300 range, indicating a period of consolidation at the lower end of a recent trading range. The Canadian Dollar (Loonie) is being supported by rising oil prices, which are bolstered by geopolitical tensions and a generally bearish sentiment surrounding the US Dollar.
In recent sessions, the USD/CAD pair has shown limited movement, remaining flat in a tight band. The recent uptick in oil prices has provided a firm foundation for the Loonie, particularly in light of positive developments in US-Canada trade discussions. Oil reached its highest point in two weeks, partly due to escalating tensions in the Red Sea region, where ongoing US military actions against Houthi forces in Yemen have heightened market concerns. This burgeoning bullish sentiment in oil is likely to keep downward pressure on the USD/CAD pair.
The US Dollar Index, which measures the Greenback against a collection of global currencies, is experiencing weakness, lingering near levels not seen in months. Market participants are increasingly concerned about the potential economic impacts of tariffs imposed by the US, alongside retaliatory actions by other nations. Coupled with disappointing inflation data and signs of a weakening labor market, these factors are raising expectations for the Federal Reserve to implement interest rate cuts in the near future. As a result, the outlook for the USD remains bleak, limiting any significant recovery for the USD/CAD currency pair.
Attention is now shifting towards key economic data releases out of the US, including monthly Retail Sales and the Empire State Manufacturing Index, which may provide some directional guidance later in the trading day. Additionally, the forthcoming FOMC policy meeting will be particularly significant for influencing USD trends. Traders are cautious, awaiting a drop below the 1.4350 support level before considering new positions in the market.
