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The U.S. Dollar is gaining strength this week, supported by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a hawkish Federal Reserve stance, with inflation concerns keeping rate hikes on the table. Oil prices have stabilized after recent highs, and today’s U.S. economic data, including PCE and Q4 GDP, will be closely watched. The Euro is steady, benefiting from better-than-expected PMI data, while the British Pound is rebounding after strong Retail Sales and PMI figures, despite ongoing political uncertainty. Markets remain focused on global developments heading into the weekend.