DXY advances further and reaches fresh YTD peaks near 92.60. The index challenges the key 200-day SMA in the mid 92.00s. Powell’s testimony, flash PMIs, Durable Goods Orders next on tap. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the greenback vs. a bundle of its main rivals, extends the upside momentum to the 92.60 region, or new yearly tops, on Wednesday. US Dollar Index flirts with the 200-day SMA The index adds to Tuesday’s advance and records fresh peaks in levels last seen in late November 2020 around 92.60. In fact, the recovery in US yields in combination with the reflation/vaccine trade continues to lend wings to the buck and keeps the risk-associated space under persistent downside pressure. Still in the US bond market, yields of the key US 10-year note manage to bounce off weekly lows in sub-1.60% levels and regain the 1.62% yardstick so far. Later in the US data space, Chairman Powell will testify once again, this time before the Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs. In addition, weekly Mortgage Applications by the MBA are due in first turn seconded by Durable Goods Orders for the month of February, March’s advanced PMIs and the weekly report on US crude oil inventories by the EIA. What to look for around USD The greenback manages well to extend further the breakout of the 92.00 mark and clinches new tops around 92.60, area coincident with the critical 200-day SMA. The recently approved fiscal stimulus package adds to the ongoing outperformance of the US economy narrative as well as the investors’ perception of higher inflation in the next months, all morphing into extra oxygen for the buck. However, the mega-accommodative stance from the Fed (until “substantial further progress” in inflation and employment is made) and hopes of a strong global economic recovery remain an omnipresent source of support for the risk complex and carry the potential to contain the upside momentum in the dollar. Key events in the US this week: Chairman Powell’s testimony before the Senate – Flash Markit’s PMIs, Durable Goods Orders (Wednesday) – Final Q4 GDP, Initial Claims (Thursday) – February’s PCE, Personal Income/Spending, final U-Mich Index (Friday). Eminent issues on the back boiler: US-China trade conflict under the Biden’s administration. Tapering speculation vs. economic recovery. US real interest rates vs. Europe. Could US fiscal stimulus lead to overheating? Future of the Republican party post-Trump acquittal. US Dollar Index relevant levels At the moment, the index is gaining 0.17% at 92.49 and a breakout of 92.60 (2021 high Mar.24) would expose 92.61 (200-day SMA) and finally 94.30 (monthly high Nov.4). On the other hand, the next support is located at 91.30 (weekly low Mar.18) seconded by 91.05 (high Feb.17) and then 90.98 (50-day SMA). FX Street FX Street FXStreet is the leading independent portal dedicated to the Foreign Exchange (Forex) market. It was launched in 2000 and the portal has always been proud of their unyielding commitment to provide objective and unbiased information, to enable their users to take better and more confident decisions. View All Post By FX Street FXStreet News share Read Next Eurozone Preliminary Manufacturing PMI improves to 62.4 in March, beats estimates FX Street 2 years DXY advances further and reaches fresh YTD peaks near 92.60. The index challenges the key 200-day SMA in the mid 92.00s. Powell's testimony, flash PMIs, Durable Goods Orders next on tap. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the greenback vs. a bundle of its main rivals, extends the upside momentum to the 92.60 region, or new yearly tops, on Wednesday. US Dollar Index flirts with the 200-day SMA The index adds to Tuesday's advance and records fresh peaks in levels last seen in late November 2020 around 92.60. In fact, the recovery in US yields in combination with the… Regulated Forex Brokers All Brokers Sponsored Brokers Broker Benefits Min Deposit Score Visit Broker 1 $100T&Cs Apply 0% Commission and No stamp DutyRegulated by US,UK & International StockCopy Successfull Traders 9.8 Visit Site FreeBets Reviews$100Your capital is at risk. 2 T&Cs Apply 9.8 Visit Site FreeBets Reviews$100Your capital is at risk. 3 Recommended Broker $100T&Cs Apply No deposit or withdrawal feesTrade major forex pairs such as EUR/USD with leverage up to 30:1 and tight spreads of 0.9 pips Low $100 minimum deposit to open a trading account 9 Visit Site FreeBets ReviewsYour capital is at risk. 4 T&Cs Apply Visit Site FreeBets ReviewsYour capital is at risk. 5 Recommended Broker $0T&Cs Apply Trade gold, silver, and platinum directly against major currenciesUp to 1:500 leverage for forex trading24/5 customer service by phone and email 9 Visit Site FreeBets ReviewsYour capital is at risk.