Dollar Index Hits 99.677 as Euro, Pound Slide

The U.S. dollar saw an increase in late trading on Tuesday, climbing 0.25 percent to 99.677 according to the dollar index.

This measure tracks the greenback against six major peers and offers a comprehensive view of its value relative to other significant currencies.

In New York trading, the euro dropped to $1.159 from $1.1616 in the previous session, while the British pound decreased to $1.3514 from $1.355.