Forex Today: US Dollar holds ground ahead of mid-tier data releases, FOMC meeting
Here is what you need to know on Tuesday, October 27:
On Tuesday, October 27, the US Dollar (USD) maintained its stability as the markets approached a mid-tier data release period. Despite the 10-year US Treasury bond yield staying below 5%, the USD continued to hold its ground against other currencies. Key economic data for the US on this day included Durable Goods Orders and New Home Sales from September, alongside regional manufacturing surveys and the Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index for October.
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) also commenced its two-day policy meeting late Tuesday. The USD Index demonstrated minor gains above 102.00 early Tuesday, while US stock index futures slightly declined. Meanwhile, the barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil showed a slight upward trend, with traders monitoring the situation closely.
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