The U.S. Dollar and Crude Oil experienced much bullishness in yesterday’s trading. The Dollar reacted positively to decent existing Home Sales data and Timothy Geithner’s optimistic speech regarding the U.S. economy. This helped the Dollar record a correction against most of its major currency pairs. Crude Oil also reacted positively to the news, helping the “black gold” extend its bullish run.
The Dollar rallied yesterday against most of its major counterparts after data suggesting the slowdown in the U.S. housing market has bottomed out gave support to the U.S. currency as a safe-haven. The Dollar has been sold off recently partially due to growing optimism about the outlook for the U.S. economy. The USD finished yesterday’s trading session 150 pips higher against the EUR at the1.3819 level.
The major economic event that came out of the U.S yesterday was the Existing Home Sales data release. Home resales in the U.S. probably rose in April as foreclosure auctions and improved affordability spurred bargain hunters. Moreover, record-low mortgage rates, tax credits and falling prices may keep boost demand of unsold homes. In turn, a pickup in sales may help stem the slump in property values, which is key to shoring up household finances and construction as the economy begins to emerge from the recession.
The Dollar also extended its gains against the EUR yesterday after an auction of fresh five-year Treasury debt attracted solid demand, easing fears that U.S. deficits have soured foreigner’s appetite for U.S. assets.
USD trading will be interesting today as important economic data is expected to be released. From 12:30 GMT a series of economic indicators will be released, starting with Core Durable Goods figures, Unemployment Claims and the New Home Sales. Surprisingly, almost all of these releases are expected to be higher than their previous figures, meaning the USD could continue to show further bullishness today. Traders should stay close to the market today, as there is a strong chance to capitalize on the fluctuations which will likely follow these releases.
