U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) vs Retail Sales (Monthly Change)
U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) is currently 103.0 (down -4.10). Retail Sales (Monthly Change) is currently -0.2% (down -0.4%).
| Metric | U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) | Retail Sales (Monthly Change) |
|---|---|---|
| Current value | 103.0 | -0.2% |
| Previous reading | 107.1index | 0.2% |
| Change | -4.10 | -0.4% |
| Trend | down | down |
| Frequency | Daily | Monthly |
| Source | Federal Reserve | U.S. Census Bureau |
| Last updated | 2026-04-04 | 2026-03-17 |
| Category | trade | consumer |
What U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) measures
The U.S. Dollar Index measures the value of the U.S. dollar against a basket of major currencies (euro, yen, pound, Canadian dollar, Swedish krona, Swiss franc). It reflects the dollar's purchasing power in international markets.
The dollar has weakened to 103.0, down from a January peak of 109.4. A weaker dollar is mixed for U.S. businesses: it makes American exports more competitive abroad and boosts the dollar value of foreign earnings (positive for multinationals), but it increases the cost of imported goods and raw materials. For executives at companies with significant international revenue, dollar weakness is generally a tailwind for reported earnings.
What Retail Sales (Monthly Change) measures
Retail sales measures the total receipts of retail stores, covering purchases of durable and nondurable goods. It is a timely indicator of consumer demand and is closely watched for signs of economic strength or weakness.
Retail sales declined 0.2% in the latest report, following a weak January (-0.9%). Excluding autos and gas, the picture is slightly better. For executives in retail and consumer goods, the data suggests consumers are pulling back on discretionary purchases while maintaining spending on essentials. E-commerce continues to gain share of total retail sales.
Frequently asked
U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) is currently 103.0, down -4.10 from the previous reading. Source: Federal Reserve, updated daily.
Retail Sales (Monthly Change) is currently -0.2%, down -0.4% from the previous reading. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, updated monthly.
The dollar has weakened to 103.0, down from a January peak of 109.4. A weaker dollar is mixed for U.S. businesses: it makes American exports more competitive abroad and boosts the dollar value of fore Retail sales declined 0.2% in the latest report, following a weak January (-0.9%). Excluding autos and gas, the picture is slightly better. For executives in retail and consumer goods, the data sugges