USD/CAD is positioned to extend its recent advance, currently trading at 1.3680, as persistent weakness in crude oil prices undermines the commodity-linked Canadian dollar. WTI crude has fallen 2.5% this week to $81.20 per barrel amid concerns over global demand and rising US inventories. The US Dollar Index remains steady at 105.50, providing additional support for the pair. Technical analysis indicates USD/CAD has broken above the 1.3650 resistance level, opening the path toward 1.3720 and potentially 1.3750 if momentum continues. The correlation between CAD and oil prices remains strong, with further crude weakness likely to pressure the loonie. Traders are monitoring upcoming Canadian employment data and any shifts in oil market dynamics. The Bank of Canada's recent dovish stance compared to the Federal Reserve's hawkish positioning adds fundamental support for USD/CAD bulls in the medium term.
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