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Dollar edges up as investors weigh Iran peace hopes against Fed rate outlook - REUTERS

MAY 19, 2026

Summary

  • Investors focus on chances of Fed rate hikes
  • Oil drops after Trump remarks lift peace hopes
  • Yen returns to intervention zone close to 160

By Stefano Rebaudo

May 19 (Reuters) - The U.S. dollar rose on Tuesday as investors balanced cautious hopes for a Middle East peace deal against concerns that the Federal Reserve could raise rates to curb energy-driven inflation.

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday there was now a "very good chance" of reaching a deal limiting Iran's nuclear program. 


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