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ForexMedium•13 February 2026•

1 min read

US Dollar Fluctuates Post-NFP as Markets Pivot Focus to Upcoming CPI Data

Two central bankers, Christine Lagarde and Thomas Jordan, with EU and Swiss flags, Euro and Swiss Franc symbols, and coins.

The US Dollar exhibited unexpected weakness, failing to sustain gains despite a robust Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report that initially boosted the currency. Market participants briefly pared back interest rate cut expectations, yet the greenback struggled to maintain its upward momentum. Investor focus has now shifted to the upcoming US Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which is seen as a critical catalyst for the Federal Reserve's next move. Analysts suggest that 'hot' inflation data could trigger a more substantial and sustained rally for the US Dollar. Meanwhile, the EUR/USD pair consolidated around the 1.19 level following the European Central Bank's (ECB) decision to hold interest rates steady. The current market sentiment reflects a 'wait-and-see' approach as traders weigh labor market strength against future inflation trajectories.