Dollar faced renewed selling pressure in early US session, as markets digested softer-than-expected inflation data. The latest CPI report confirmed that disinflation is regaining traction, with both headline and core inflation easing more than expected in March. This strengthens the case for Fed to resume its rate cut cycle in the coming months. A May rate cut remains unlikely — with Fed fund futures currently pricing in an 84% chance of a hold. Markets are still more confident that a move will come by June, with odds now standing around 78%. If the disinflation trend persists, that expectation could soon become consensus. On the trade front, the mood is notably less tense today. The European Union announced a 90-day suspension of its first wave of retaliatory tariffs, originally planned in response to the US’s 25% steel and aluminum duties. This follows US decision to pause the broad reciprocal tariff for 90 days. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized, "We want to give negotiations a chance". But she also made clear that the EU remains ready to act if talks fail. Preparatory work for broader countermeasures remains underway, with all options said to be "on the table.".... |