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Sign InGlobal markets shifted to a defensive stance as a major technology selloff on Wall Street spilled over into Asian trading sessions. According to reports, the Nasdaq 100 plunged 3.3% amid a broad liquidation of semiconductor stocks, while the US Dollar Index broke above the 101.00 level supported by rising Treasury yields. Simultaneously, oil prices continued to slide as geopolitical risk premiums unwound due to normalized shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and increased Iranian exports.
The pressure on tech equities coincides with economic data showing robust US consumer resilience, with retail sales growing 0.9% in June per market data, fueling "higher-for-longer" interest rate expectations. Compared to its peers, the US Dollar remains dominant following the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates at 3.75% on June 17, 2026, creating a challenging environment for high-growth assets and emerging market currencies.
Traders are closely monitoring the US Dollar Index (DXY) at levels above 101.00 (as of June 23, 2026 close) as a primary barometer for risk sentiment. Looking ahead, the market focus shifts to the upcoming Initial Jobless Claims and the Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index scheduled for June 18, which will serve as critical catalysts for determining the next move in both equity and currency markets.