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Sign InAmid shifting expectations for US monetary policy, the US Dollar Index (DXY) held steady at 101.07 following the release of the FOMC minutes. The currency remained stable as traders digested the latest policy clues, with EUR/USD successfully defending technical support levels. Meanwhile, GBP/USD maintained its bullish structure, staying resilient above the 1.3388 level according to analyst reports.
This stability reflects a market balancing act between robust U.S. economic fundamentals and ongoing concerns regarding fiscal deficits. Contextually, the dollar's reserve status continues to provide a floor. Per market data, recent Eurozone retail sales grew by 0.2% in July 2026, slightly missing the 0.3% forecast, which has influenced the relative strength of the EUR/USD pair in recent sessions.
Looking ahead, market participants are focusing on technical boundaries in the absence of updated closing prices for today's session. Key catalysts to watch in the coming days include scheduled speeches from Federal Reserve officials, such as Governor Bowman, and the upcoming US Balance of Trade data, both of which are expected to drive volatility in major currency pairs.