Dollar Holds Firm Ahead of Fed

The US dollar traded near a two-week high ahead of the Federal Reserve policy decision. Meanwhile, sterling investors awaited the UK budget announcement and global central banks prepared upcoming rate verdicts.

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FILE PHOTO: U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 24, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration/File Photo

The United States dollar held onto gains during Wednesday morning trading, reaching a two-week high ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. The currency's resilience reflects caution across global markets as central banks weigh persistent price pressures against ballooning sovereign debt costs. Traders widely expect the U.S. central bank to hold rates steady, though futures price a 78% chance of a 25 basis point hike in December.