The US economy is expected to see GDP growth between 2.7-2.9% in the next quarter. Banking sectors in both the US and Europe have strengthened with higher capitalization levels and improved financial performance for many banks. The Eurozone is projected to see 1.3% growth for 2011, similar to the US once you account for their differing population growth rates, and Germany in particular is expected to be one of the world's great growth engines. The US dollar has an inverse relationship with commodities and equities, and its value has fallen against other currencies like the Euro and Indian rupee in recent times.