Bearish
USD/CAD dips to 1.4039 amid soft US CPI and BoC's cautious rate stance
The USD/CAD pair declined to a near-monthly low of 1.4039, influenced by weaker-than-expected US Consumer Price Index (CPI) data and the Bank of Canada's (BoC) decision to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 2.25%. The BoC's cautious tone, omitting previous hawkish language, further pressured the Canadian dollar.
Key points
- USD/CAD reaches near-monthly low of 1.4039 following soft US CPI data.
- BoC holds interest rate at 2.25%, omitting previous hawkish language.
- Market awaits US Producer Price Index (PPI) data for further direction.
Sources
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