DXY trading U.S. Dollar Index
Trade the US Dollar Index (DXY) with Exness. Capitalize on dollar volatility with tight spreads¹, deep liquidity, and advanced trading tools.
The US Dollar Index (DXY) tracks the performance of the US dollar (USD) against six major currencies. DXY trading is popular among forex traders as it provides insight into the overall strength of the USD across global markets.
With institutional-grade liquidity and order execution, Exness helps you trade indices without unnecessary slippage. Discover pro-level analytical tools, and technical insights directly from your terminal.
DXY trading conditions
DXY
US Dollar Index
Trade popular instruments with better-than-market conditions. View the contract specifications and conditions, then use our intuitive trading calculator to easily plan your trades and calculate margin, spread, commission, and more.
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The price chart is indicative and based on the instrument’s Ask price. For real-time quotes, please refer to the trading platform. The results presented by the calculator are for educational and estimation purposes and you should not rely on them as being complete or for making investment decisions. Real-time results can only be determined at the time of order execution. Spreads in the above table are averages based on the previous trading day. Spreads may fluctuate and widen due to factors including market volatility, news releases, economic events, when markets open or close, and the type of instruments being traded.
Why trade the DXY with Exness?
Tight spreads¹, high liquidity
Enjoy faster and more cost-efficient trading with our better-than-market conditions.
Instant withdrawals²
Access your money in minutes or seconds, even on weekends.
24/5 market access
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Financial security
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DXY trading, with an advantage
Trade the US dollar index with tight and stable spreads¹ and next-level execution.
What is the DXY?
The US Dollar Index (DXY) measures the value of the US dollar against a selection of major currencies: the euro (EUR), Japanese yen (JPY), British pound (GBP), Canadian dollar (CAD), Swedish krona (SEK), and Swiss franc (CHF). Created in 1973, the DXY serves as a benchmark for USD performance while being highly sensitive to macroeconomic trends, interest rate decisions, and geopolitical shifts. Key factors that may influence DXY trading:
Federal Reserve policy
Interest rate changes and monetary policy shifts set the tone for the dollar’s performance, influencing every currency in the DXY.
US economic performance
Strong GDP growth, rising employment, and stable inflation push the dollar higher, while weak data can trigger selloffs.
Global risk appetite
During economic uncertainty or market volatility, investors tend to seek safety in the dollar, driving the DXY index higher as demand increases.
Diversify your portfolio with forex pairs
EURUSD
The most widely traded forex pair. It’s inversely correlated with the DXY–when the DXY goes up, the EURUSD pair usually goes down.
GBPUSD
A highly liquid pair reflecting the strength of the US dollar against the British pound. It tracks economic trends between the US and UK.
USDJPY
The US dollar and the Japanese yen are seen as safe-haven currencies and can provide insights into global economic trends.
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How to start trading the DXY
Step 1
Open an account
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Step 2
Plan your strategy
Use our daily market analysis, expert insights, and powerful technical indicators to spot opportunities in the DXY.
Step 3
Place your trade
Open a position to start capitalizing on price moves.
Frequently asked questions
What affects the price of the DXY?
Interest rate changes, Federal Reserve and central bank decisions, inflation reports, and major geopolitical events.
When is the best time to trade the DXY?
DXY trading is most active during the overlap of the US and European trading sessions when liquidity is at its highest.
Can I trade the DXY with leverage?
Exness offers customizable leverage options on DXY trades, allowing traders to control their exposure with greater precision.
Why trade the DXY instead of individual currency pairs?
The DXY allows traders to speculate on the overall strength of the US dollar rather than its performance against a single currency.
What tools does Exness provide for DXY trading?
Exness offers real-time charts, a trading calculator, and market insights to help traders make informed decisions.
Start trading the DXY today
Choose better-than-market trading conditions on every trade.
- Spreads may fluctuate and widen due to factors including market volatility and liquidity, news releases, economic events, when markets open or close, and the type of instruments being traded.
- At Exness, over 98% of withdrawals are processed instantly (under 1 minute). Once your funds leave our custody, it's up to your chosen payment provider to process the funds and credit your account.