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<\/span><\/a>How the DXY index is calculated<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The value of the US Dollar Index is determined by calculating a weighted geometric mean of the USD exchange rate against the basket of foreign currencies, with each having a different weight:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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EUR – 57.6%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
JPY – 13.6%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
GBP – 11.9%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
CAD – 9.1%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
SEK – 4.2%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
CHF – 3.6%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The DXY index increases when the USD exchange rate rises compared to other currencies, and it decreases when the US currency exchange rate drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The DXY index structure<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span><\/a>DXY historical perspective and data<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Understanding the trajectory and nuances of the DXY requires a deep dive into its past. By analysing the historical context of the Dollar Index, we can gain insights into its current positioning and potential future direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Origin and evolution of the DXY<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The US Dollar Index, popularly known as the DXY, is a measure that represents the value of the US dollar compared to a basket of six significant global currencies. Established in 1973, the DXY has since become a benchmark for gauging the international value of the US dollar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The start of the DXY coincided with the breakdown of the Bretton Woods system, a framework that had been in place since the end of World War II and pegged major global currencies to the USD (with the US dollar itself pegged to gold<\/a>). With the collapse of this system, there was an imminent need for a metric that could efficiently gauge the strength or weakness of the dollar against other major currencies, which led to the creation of the DXY.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The index started with a base of 100, meaning that if the DXY reads 120 today, the USD's value has appreciated by 20% since its initiation in 1973. Conversely, a reading of 80 would indicate a 20% depreciation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Throughout its existence, the DXY has undergone periodic reviews and changes in terms of the weightage of the constituent currencies, though the core set of currencies has remained largely consistent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Significant historical shifts and their causes<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The trajectory of the DXY over the years is a testament to the various economic, political, and financial events that have shaped the global economic landscape. Some of the most notable shifts in the DXY value have been:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Mid-1980s<\/strong> a<\/strong>ppreciation<\/strong>: the Plaza Accord in 1985 was a major agreement among the G5 nations (France, Germany, Japan, the UK, and the US) to depreciate the US dollar against the Japanese Yen and the German Deutsche Mark. The rationale behind this agreement was the large trade deficit of the US. This intervention led to a significant dip in the DXY<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Late 1990s<\/strong> s<\/strong>urge<\/strong>: this era saw the US economy thriving, with rapid technological advancements and growth in the tech sector leading to the dot-com boom. The robust economic performance and capital inflows made the DXY touch new highs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2008<\/strong> f<\/strong>inancial<\/strong> c<\/a><\/strong>risis<\/strong>: the global financial meltdown triggered by the housing bubble burst in the US had significant ramifications for the DXY. Initially, there was a flight to safety, causing the dollar to appreciate. However, as the severity of the crisis<\/a> became evident, and central banks worldwide started slashing interest rates, the DXY experienced substantial volatility<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
Post-2015<\/strong> d<\/strong>epreciation<\/strong>: in the aftermath of the 2008 crisis, the Federal Reserve embarked on a series of quantitative easing programmes. It was only around 2015 that the Fed began to normalise its policies, leading to a relative weakening of the US dollar in anticipation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2022<\/strong> s<\/strong>urge<\/strong>: since the beginning of 2022, the Federal Reserve has initiated a monetary tightening policy amid the end of the Covid-19 pandemic. Additionally, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the energy crisis played a role in the strengthening of the USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Factors influencing the DXY<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Economic indicators<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The Federal Reserve’s monetary policy; specifically changes in interest rates, quantitative easing (QE<\/a>), and quantitative tightening (QT) programmes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Unemployment Rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Nonfarm Payrolls<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
GDP<\/a> Growth Rates (GDP)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Inflation<\/a> Indices<\/a> (CPI<\/a>, PPI<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Industrial Production index<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Trade Balance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Political scenarios<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Presidential and congressional elections<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Speeches and comments from political leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Speeches and comments from Federal Reserve officials<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Debates and decisions on the national debt ceiling<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Political scandals<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Global crises and their impact<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The US dollar, as the global reserve currency, tends to strengthen during crisis developments and stock market declines. Therefore, the DXY index also strengthens when interest rates rise, as international investors perceive the USD as a safe-haven asset for preserving and increasing their capital during challenging times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Methodologies for DXY forecasting<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The US Dollar Index can be used both for short-term DXY trading<\/a> and long-term investing. It is impossible to buy or sell the index directly since this is just a calculated value, but it can serve as guidance when trading various financial instruments. Fundamental analysis<\/a>, technical analysis, or indicator analysis can be used to make a trading decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span><\/a>Fundamental analysis<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
When making trading decisions, this approach addresses fundamentals such as the Fed’s policy, economic statistics, and the current situation in global financial markets. This may be both short-term trading on important news and long-term investing based on changes in the US regulator’s monetary policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The US Federal Reserve has been tightening its monetary policy since 2022 to combat rising inflation. With interest rate<\/a> hikes being a positive factor for the US dollar, the DXY showed significant growth in 2022, climbing from about 95.00 to 115.00<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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Fundamental analysis of the DXY<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span><\/a>Technical analysis<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Technical analysis involves assessing historical market data, primarily prices and transaction volumes, to forecast future price movements. This method implies that the price reflects the full current market information, which is why it focuses mainly on a price movement, not on the reasons behind any changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Deals are based on the DXY chart analysis. For this purpose, classical technical analysis is used along with various proprietary techniques such as the Elliott wave theory and strategies of Linda Raschke, Bill Williams, and other famous traders. Price patterns<\/a>, candlestick combinations, and Price Action<\/a> patterns may also be used for trading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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In March-April 2022, during an active rise in the index, a Flag continuation price pattern formed on the daily chart <\/li>\n\n\n\n
When the price closed above the upper pattern line, this was a signal to buy, which was confirmed by further price growth <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Technical analysis of the DXY<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span><\/a>Indicator analysis<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A variety of trading indicators<\/a> can be used to analyse and search for trading solutions involving the DXY. The common practice is to take one compound integrated indicator or several simple indicators. They can even help automate trading, creating special algorithms – trading advisors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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We use a popular Alligator<\/a> trend indicator<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Amid a recovering economy, in 2021 the W1 chart formed a signal to buy an asset by the index: the indicator lines crossed each other and reversed upwards<\/li>\n\n\n\n
In the future, the index quotes continued to rise<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Indicator analysis of the DXY<\/em>*<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>DXY index performance: the strength of the USD reflects the Federal Reserve’s rate hike cycle<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The US Federal Reserve has been taking active measures in recent times to combat inflation by tightening monetary policies. Since 2022, the interest rate has gradually risen from 0.25% to 5.5%, the highest value for 22 years. The interest rate hike cycle had a significant impact on the US Dollar Index, which experienced consistent growth in 2022, rising from about 95.00 to 115.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In 2023, the DXY shows mixed sideways performance. It started the year near the 103.50 mark, hit a high of 105.88 later, and then corrected downwards, driven by concerns over a potential recession in the US. When drafting this article on 31 October 2023, the quotes were on the rise, hovering around 106.71. In case of further interest rate hikes in the US and no signs of a recession, the index quotes in 2024 may reach the 2022 high of 115.00.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>DXY live chart<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n