Dollar near six-week high amid Iran tensions

The US dollar approached six-week highs as traders weighed potential developments in Middle East peace talks and assessed Federal Reserve rate hike prospects. Rising concerns over energy disruptions affecting inflation have increased the likelihood of tighter monetary policy, with a 50% chance priced for a Fed rate increase by October.

By By Karen Brettell and Amanda Cooper Fri, May 22, 2026 at 10:13 PM GMT+3 3 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

Dollar near six-week high amid Iran tensions

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Topics: Federal Reserve inflation Middle East tensions U.S. dollar

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