The report characterizes the recent USD rally as cyclical rather than structural, anticipating a reversal in the second half of 2026 as global growth expectations converge. The authors maintain a bearish outlook on the USD versus major currencies by year-end.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The recent USD rally is viewed as cyclical rather than structural, with an expectation for the DXY to move lower towards 98 by year-end as global growth expectations converge.
- 2.The Bank of Canada and other DM central banks are expected to continue fiscal spending and policy tightening, contrasting with a Federal Reserve expected to remain on hold in 2026.
Table of Contents
- Majors Summary
- FX Forecasts
- CAD Crosses
- EUR Crosses
- Central Bank Forecasts
- Market Pricing
- United States
- Canada
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- Emerging Markets
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Authors
Noah BuffamSarah YingAvery ShenfeldKatherine Judge
Securities
DXYS&P 500
Themes
Cyclical USD strengthGlobal Growth Convergence
Regions
EuropeAsia PacificLatin AmericaUnited StatesCanadaJapan
