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The Canadian dollar rate today remains under pressure as the loonie inches lower, surrendering overnight gains amid softer oil prices and rising global risk aversion. At the same time, the US dollar rate today trades slightly higher, drifting upward against other major peers as markets brace for today’s US CPI print and anticipate inflation will show signs of acceleration, which in turn fuels expectations of delayed rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. With both currencies picking up cues from commodities, risk sentiment and impending data, the USD/CAD pair appears poised to remain in a holding pattern until fresh direction emerges.
Today's Global Currency Highlights
A quick view of the Canadian dollar performance against the USD and other major currencies.
CAD Daily Performance Against Global Currencies
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Today's Economic Calendar
In today’s daily FX spotlight, markets turn their attention to a packed data schedule featuring Canada’s new housing price index alongside key US releases, including building permits, CPI, new home sales, and the Michigan consumer sentiment index. The Canadian dollar today could find support if housing data signals stability in the domestic market, while softer figures may keep the loonie subdued. Across the border, the US dollar rate today is expected to react sharply to the inflation print, with any upside surprise potentially bolstering expectations that the Federal Reserve will maintain restrictive policy for longer, setting the tone for broader currency movements through the session.
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Canadian Dollar Daily Outlook
The latest Canadian dollar news points to a restrained tone, with the Canadian dollar rate today easing slightly as weaker oil prices and cautious risk sentiment offset any domestic support. The loonie’s moves remain measured as traders digest Canada’s new housing price index and await US data, including CPI, housing indicators, and consumer sentiment, for broader market cues. With the US dollar firming ahead of key inflation numbers, the loonie faces mild headwinds, suggesting a period of range-bound trading unless upcoming figures deliver a clear directional catalyst.
