Dollar Slightly Higher as Middle East Risks Remain

Written on 05/05/2026
Rich Asplund

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.07%. The dollar is slightly higher today after the US March trade deficit was reported to be smaller than expected. The dollar also has safe-haven support as the US-Iran ceasefire appears shaky after the US Central Command on Monday said the...Money transfer Global Currency by Panuwatccn via Shutterstock