The dollar index (DXY00) is up by +0.09% today. The dollar is supported by today's equity market slump, which has boosted liquidity demand for the currency. Also, higher crude oil prices today have pushed up inflation expectations and could persuade the Fed to keep monetary policy tight, a supportive factor for the dollar. In addition, the escalation of hostilities between the US and Iran has boosted demand for the dollar as a safe haven.
The US launched strikes against more than 80 targets in Iran in response to Iran attacking commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Also, President Trump said the ceasefire with Iran is over, raising the prospect of renewed hostilities in the region.
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