Dollar Soars Amid Fed Rate Speculations and Election Uncertainty

The U.S. dollar reached a peak on expectations of Federal Reserve's conservative stance on interest rate reductions. Rising Treasury yields further pressured currencies like the yen, euro, and sterling. Upcoming U.S. elections add to market volatility, with polls showing uncertain outcomes as investors focus on economic policies.

The U.S. dollar maintained its strength, hitting a 2-1/2 month high on Tuesday driven by expectations that the Federal Reserve will adopt a cautious approach to interest rate cuts. This comes amid a tense U.S. election campaign, raising caution among investors.

Treasury yields have propelled the dollar, putting pressure on currencies like the yen, euro, and sterling. Analysts suggest that the upcoming release of the Beige Book may threaten the greenback if echoes from September's 50 bp rate cut emerge.

As the Fed-watchers anticipate gradual rate cuts, the prospect of Trump winning the election bolsters his economic policy projections, causing market unease. Volatility persists ahead of the elections, while the euro and yen respond to various economic and political pressures.

(With inputs from agencies.)