Impact on each asset
USD ▲US dollarTailwind
XAU ▼GoldHeadwind
US ■US stocksLimited
SET ▼Thai stocksHeadwind
BTC ▼CryptoHeadwind
Summary
FXStreet says the US Dollar Index (DXY) hit fresh multi-month highs above 102.00 this week, its third straight positive week. Another briefing cites a 0.9% weekly dollar gain, with the yen at ¥157.83 per dollar on Friday.
Why it moves markets
A stronger dollar tends to pressure Asian currencies and dollar-priced assets such as gold. Elevated US Treasury yields and the energy crisis remain the main market drivers, and a yen near 158 per dollar is another level traders watch.
Deeper view and what to watch
Watch whether the Fed minutes extend the dollar's run or let it pause, and whether Treasury yields stay high. Figures from the Peter Lewis newsletter should be checked against official sources. No fresh baht quote was available in the window.
For education only, not investment advice. Prices and figures change constantly, so check the sources before making decisions.