Core Viewpoint - The significant decline of the US dollar in the first half of 2025 is attributed to various factors, including increased currency hedging by foreign investors and uncertainty stemming from US policies, particularly those of President Trump [1][3][4]. Group 1: Dollar Performance - The Bloomberg Dollar Index has dropped over 8% year-to-date, marking the worst annual start on record [1]. - The ICE Dollar Index has also seen a decline of approximately 9%, potentially leading to its worst performance in at least 37 years [1]. Group 2: Foreign Investment Trends - Richard Chambers from Goldman Sachs anticipates a continued weakening of the dollar, with foreign investors increasing their currency hedging due to heightened volatility [3]. - Foreign demand for US securities, which has doubled over the past decade to $31 trillion, is expected to weaken as European investors may prefer local markets [3][4]. Group 3: Currency Swap Indicators - Recent changes in cross-currency basis swaps indicate a declining preference for the dollar, with increased demand for currencies like the euro and yen [6]. - Analysts from Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs note that the willingness to purchase dollar-denominated assets is decreasing, contrasting with historical trends where the dollar was favored during times of market uncertainty [6][7]. Group 4: Market Dynamics - The cross-currency basis swap is crucial as it sets the long-term pricing for foreign exchange hedging and indicates shifts in asset flows between economies [6]. - Guneet Dhingra from BNP Paribas highlights significant cross-border capital movements, particularly from the US to Europe, suggesting a potential shift in investment strategies [7].

Group 1 - Goldman Sachs' global head of repurchase trading, Richard Chambers, indicates that the dollar may continue its worst annual start on record as foreign investors increase their foreign exchange hedging efforts [1] - The Bloomberg Dollar Index has dropped over 8% this year, marking the worst annual start on record, influenced by unpredictable policies from former President Trump that have shaken investor confidence [1] - Foreign investors' holdings of U.S. securities have doubled to $31 trillion over the past decade, including stocks, government bonds, and corporate bonds [1] Group 2 - There are currently no signs of a large-scale withdrawal of foreign investors from the U.S. bond market, but Chambers predicts a gradual weakening of foreign demand [3] - European countries are increasing fiscal borrowing and spending, enhancing the euro's depth as an alternative reserve currency, leading European investors to prefer local markets [3] - Chambers notes that investors are likely to favor nationalism and localized investments over shifting to the dollar, resulting in the U.S. relying more on domestic buyers to absorb growing debt [3] Group 3 - Bridgewater's interest rate strategy head, Alex Schiller, highlights the challenge of finding potential buyers for the expanding debt, which is a global issue [3] - Schiller points out that U.S. 10-year Treasury bonds have performed the best among major bond markets this year [3] - The structural adjustments in Japan and Europe are more significant than in the U.S. as central banks reverse their policies to combat inflation [3] - Gold has emerged as the biggest beneficiary as governments worldwide compete to expand their debt [3]

Group 1 - The USD/JPY exchange rate is currently experiencing fluctuations, with a recent drop to 145.4460, reflecting a 0.48% decrease, primarily due to ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and energy concerns [1] - The USD/JPY rate rose from 146.00 to 147.21, surpassing the declining 100-day moving average at 146.80, indicating a strong upward trend since reaching a high of 147.66 on May 14 [1] - Traders are holding a significant long position in JPY amounting to $12.5 billion, and a close above the Ichimoku cloud could trigger short covering, with the 200-day moving average at 149.66 [1] Group 2 - Bank of America strategists recommend buying USD/JPY to hedge against escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East, as Japan heavily relies on oil imports from the region [2] - The target price for USD/JPY is set at 152.0, with a stop-loss at 142, considering Japan's dependence on oil imports and potential fiscal risks ahead of the July 20 Senate elections [2] - The USD/JPY rate has fluctuated between 145.70 and 146.16, with support levels provided by the 100-hour and 200-hour moving averages at 145.71 and 144.96, respectively [2]

Group 1 - European pension funds are increasing their foreign exchange hedging, leading to significant dollar sell-offs, particularly in the Netherlands and Denmark, where unhedged dollar exposure has decreased from 23% to 20% of total assets [1] - Danish pension funds have reduced their dollar exposure by $37 billion since the beginning of the year, with a record hedging ratio of 74.2% in April [2] - The trend of hedging against dollar assets is gaining global attention, with many companies in Switzerland, Japan, and Australia still at historically low levels of currency protection [2] Group 2 - The dollar has weakened for five consecutive months, with a pessimistic indicator reaching extreme levels, suggesting a potential calm period for the dollar ahead of the Federal Reserve's next interest rate decision [3][6] - Despite the dollar's decline, traders are reducing their bearish bets on the dollar, indicating a shift in sentiment as recent economic data shows resilience in the U.S. economy [7][8] - The consensus on Wall Street remains that the dollar will continue to weaken, driven by tariff anxieties and softening economic data, with predictions pointing to further declines through 2025 [11]

Core Viewpoint - European investors are reducing their exposure to the US dollar, with further risks anticipated ahead [1] Group 1: Currency Exposure - Societe Generale analysts report that Dutch pension funds increased their foreign exchange hedging ratio by 3 percentage points in the first quarter [1] - Danish pension funds have cut their US dollar exposure by $37 billion this year [1] Group 2: Market Predictions - Societe Generale is betting on the euro strengthening against the dollar, with a target of 1.20 for the EUR/USD exchange rate [1] - Analysts indicate that Danish pension funds have become significant buyers of euros against the dollar as exchange rates rise [1]

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Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is that the South Korean won (KRW) has significant appreciation potential, being undervalued by approximately 12% according to Nomura's model, making it one of the most undervalued currencies among emerging markets and G10 currencies [1][3][4] - The discussion between South Korea's Deputy Finance Minister and the U.S. Treasury Assistant Secretary regarding the USD/KRW market indicates that the Trump administration may favor a weaker dollar, potentially making exchange rates a key topic in upcoming trade negotiations [2][3] - The potential increase in foreign exchange hedging by the National Pension Service (NPS) could lead to a substantial rise in demand for the won, as NPS could raise its foreign exchange hedging ratio to 10% of its overseas investments, which amounts to a potential foreign exchange sale of $49.7 billion [4][5] Group 2 - Basic economic factors also support the appreciation of the won, with various models indicating that the won is persistently undervalued, reinforcing the notion that external pressures are not the only drivers of its potential rise [3][4] - There are risks associated with foreign investment sell-offs or repatriation, as South Korean retail investors have significant overseas investments and may begin to liquidate assets due to concerns over a weakening dollar [5] - The asset management industry in South Korea, with a total asset management scale of $1.3 trillion, may also increase foreign exchange hedging, further contributing to upward pressure on the won [5]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles indicates that the South Korean won (KRW) has significant appreciation potential, being undervalued by approximately 12% according to Nomura's model, making it one of the most undervalued currencies among emerging markets and G10 currencies [1][3][4] - The discussions between South Korean and U.S. officials regarding the KRW/USD exchange rate suggest that the U.S. government may favor a weaker dollar, potentially making exchange rates a key topic in upcoming trade negotiations [2][3] - The South Korean National Pension Service (NPS) may increase its foreign exchange hedging ratio, which could significantly boost demand for the KRW, especially if the NPS raises its overseas investment hedging ratio to 10% [1][4] Group 2 - Basic economic factors also support the appreciation of the KRW, as various models indicate that the currency remains undervalued, reinforcing the notion that external pressures are not the sole drivers of its potential rise [3][4] - The potential for foreign investment outflows or currency hedging by asset management firms, which manage approximately $1.3 trillion, poses a risk that could further influence the KRW's value [4] - As of May 9, 2025, South Korean retail investors have a total overseas investment of $139 billion, with indications that they are selling overseas assets due to concerns over a weakening dollar, which could impact the KRW [4]