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Dollar extends gains after Fed holds rates but projects hike later this year

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Posted on June 17, 2026

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· Last updated: June 17, 2026

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Dollar Gains After Fed Holds Rates But Signals Hike Later This Year

Federal Reserve Decision Impacts Currency Markets

Fed Maintains Benchmark Interest Rate

NEW YORK, June 17 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar extended gains against the euro on Wednesday, after the Federal Reserve held the benchmark interest rate steady and the Fed's statement showed policymakers expect a hike in borrowing costs later this year amid growing concerns about inflation.

Market Reactions to Fed Statement

The euro was 0.5% lower against the dollar at $1.1553, while the greenback pared losses against the yen to trade about unchanged on the day at 160.435 yen.

Reporting and Editing

(Reporting by Saqib Iqbal Ahmed; Editing by Chizu Nomiyama)

Key Takeaways

  • The Federal Reserve kept its benchmark rate unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% at its June 17, 2026 meeting, but signaled that a hike later this year remains on the table via its dot‑plot projections. (en.wikipedia.org)
  • The dollar extended gains against the euro (trading at about $1.1553) and held near unchanged versus the yen (~¥160.435) following the hawkish hold. (ebc.com)
  • Fed‑funds futures now price around a 63–70% probability of a rate hike by year‑end, reflecting shifting expectations amid persistent inflation and a tight labor market. (khancapitals.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the US dollar gain against the euro?
The dollar gained as the Fed kept interest rates unchanged but indicated a possible rate hike later this year, strengthening the currency.
What was the euro-dollar exchange rate after the Fed decision?
After the announcement, the euro was 0.5% lower against the dollar at $1.1553.
How did the dollar perform against the yen?
The dollar pared losses against the yen, trading about unchanged at 160.435 yen.
What did the Fed signal about interest rates for the rest of the year?
The Fed signaled that policymakers expect to raise borrowing costs later this year due to concerns about inflation.

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