Exness DXY spreads: Now 83% lower than the market average
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is one of the market’s most liquid indices and the main benchmark for US dollar strength. Traders often check the DXY first during high-impact news because it gives a high-level view of how the market is reacting to the dollar overall.
Whether it’s a CPI release, a Nonfarm payrolls report, or a Federal Reserve decision, these events can affect the dollar’s price across multiple instruments at the same time, and DXY is where the market’s reaction to the dollar is easiest to spot.
At Exness, we’ve recently updated our pricing across key markets, bringing our average DXY spreads down to 83% below the industry average or about 6x tighter than the average spreads of nine other established brokers.
For traders using the DXY around CPI, Nonfarm payrolls, or Federal Reserve decisions, tighter spreads can make a noticeable difference during volatile market conditions.
Why pay the industry average?
Our forex spreads are 50% lower than the average of 15 other established brokers.*
Exness Pro account spreads were 50% lower than the average spreads of 15 other brokers on 28 FX majors and minors, in the week of 5-10 April 2026, comparing tightest spread-only accounts.
How we compared our DXY spreads
We understand that strong claims about low costs are common in the industry, but to be as objective as possible, we compared the DXY spreads on our Pro account against the tightest commission-free accounts offered by other brokers.
For this analysis, we reviewed DXY pricing across 10 other brokers between 29 March and 4 April 2026, comparing the same instrument under identical conditions. The results proved that Exness DXY spreads were 83% lower than the industry average during that period, with pricing about 6x tighter than the benchmarked market average.
You can verify our historical prices by visiting our Tick history, or check how our DXY spreads look in real-time using our DXY price chart on our website.
How DXY trading works at Exness
You can trade DXY as a CFD (Contract for Difference) on the Exness platform, alongside forex majors and minors, oil, and gold. CFDs allow you to take a position on the index’s price direction without owning any of the underlying currencies.
Trading the DXY can also be more practical than trading six individual currency pairs. By trading the DXY directly, you’re essentially capturing the dollar’s movement against six major currencies in one trade, and you only need to pay the spread once.
However, the DXY isn’t an equal representation of all global currencies. It’s heavily weighted toward the euro, which makes up about 57% of the index weight. The remaining weights are split between the Japanese yen (13.6%), British pound (11.9%), Canadian dollar (9.1%), Swedish krona (4.2%), and Swiss franc (3.6%).
Traders who follow broader macro movements can also explore our wider range of indices CFDs.
How DXY relates to gold and other major assets
DXY and the euro
Because the euro accounts for over half the basket in the index, the DXY and EURUSD pair move in opposite directions—when the euro or EURUSD gains value, the DXY will often lose value and vice versa.
Many traders use this inverse relationship between the two instruments as a confirmation tool. If a trend appears on the EURUSD, and the DXY confirms it by moving in the opposite direction, it can signal a stronger overall trend.
DXY and gold
Given that gold is priced in US dollars, the DXY usually has an inverse relationship with gold. When the DXY goes up (stronger dollar), gold generally becomes more expensive for international buyers, which pushes the price lower.
DXY and US30
A very strong dollar can hurt the earnings of American companies operating abroad, like those in the US30 (Dow Jones Industrial Average). However, both the US30 and DXY rise together if the US is outperforming the rest of the global economy.
Trading DXY on the Exness Terminal
The Exness Terminal and our range of trading platforms allow you to trade the DXY alongside our entire offering of forex pairs, oil, gold, and other popular markets.
Once you register for an Exness account and log in to the Exness Terminal, you’ll be able to monitor the index on a variety of timeframes, helping you identify trends before placing a trade.
If you’d like to experience trading the DXY in a live environment without using real money, you can try our demo trading account. This allows you to monitor how our pricing behaves during different market sessions without any risk.
Experienced traders looking for tighter pricing can register for a Pro account, which offers zero commission fees and the lowest DXY spreads in the industry.1
Key takeaways
- DXY gives traders a simple way to follow broad US dollar strength without spreading the same idea across several USD pairs. That is why the index becomes more active around Fed decisions, inflation data, and major market moves. When traders want a clearer read on the dollar itself, DXY is often one of the first markets they watch.
- Lower spreads make that trade cheaper to enter and exit, especially during busy market periods when pricing matters most. At Exness, DXY spreads on Pro accounts came in well below the industry average in our broker comparison, giving traders tighter pricing on one of the market’s main dollar benchmarks.
- Alongside DXY, traders can access forex, gold, oil, and other popular CFDs on the same platform, making it easier to track how the dollar’s movements affect the rest of the market.
FAQ
How do I trade DXY at Exness?
If you have an Exness trading account, you can log in to your trading terminal and search for the DXY symbol. You can then open a buy or sell position based on your view of the dollar’s overall direction.
What are the DXY spreads at Exness?
On Pro accounts, DXY spreads are about 83% lower than the industry average, according to our 2026 data. For our live spreads, you can check our DXY price chart on our website.
What currencies are in the DXY index?
The index consists of the euro, Japanese yen, British pound, Canadian dollar, Swedish krona, and Swiss franc.
What makes the DXY prices move?
The DXY rises when the US dollar strengthens against the currencies in the index. The key drivers are usually Federal Reserve policy expectations, inflation data, labor market reports, and overall market risk sentiment.
How does DXY relate to gold?
DXY and gold often move in opposite directions because gold is priced in US dollars. When the dollar strengthens, gold can become more expensive, putting pressure on the price. However, during risk-off periods, both gold and the dollar can rise together as they both act as safe havens.
What is the difference between DXY and USD pairs?
Many traders use DXY when they want to trade the direction of the dollar itself, rather than splitting their trades between several USD pairs. One DXY position gives traders exposure to broad dollar strength through one instrument and one spread.
This is not investment advice. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Your capital is at risk, please trade responsibly.
- Exness Pro account had the lowest average spreads out of 10 brokers in the week of 29 March - 4 April 2026, comparing tightest spread-only accounts across brokers.