Dollar Retreats Amid Optimism Over Iran Talks

The U.S. dollar fell from a six-week high as optimism over potential progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations reduced inflation expectations and pressured the currency. Crude oil prices dropped more than 5%, lowering demand for liquidity tied to the dollar, while stock markets rallied further weakened its position.

By Rich Asplund Wed, May 20, 2026 at 10:38 PM GMT+3 4 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Dollar Retreats Amid Optimism Over Iran Talks

Topics: DXY00 EUR/USD FOMC Iran tensions oil prices USD

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