The U.S. dollar is expected to remain well-supported through year-end and into early 2027 due to persistent inflation concerns and anticipated hawkish Federal Reserve policies. The Dollar Index has gained 3.30% over the past month and 4.11% year-to-date.
Elevated oil prices and AI-related spending are reinforcing inflationary pressures, with markets pricing in an 84.7% probability of a Fed rate hike in December. Dollar-bullish ETFs are positioned to benefit from this strength.