Dollar Rallies Amid Middle East Tensions and Safe-Haven Demand

The dollar experienced a rally, marking its first weekly gain in three weeks as stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks kept Middle East tensions intact.

Crude oil prices stayed firm, reinforcing the dollar's strength amid the uncertainty. Japan's yen weakened, prompting government warnings of potential market intervention.

Financial markets showed mixed reactions as European and Japanese central banks navigated policy decisions under geopolitical uncertainty. Meanwhile, the Australian and New Zealand dollars strengthened along with bitcoin and Ethereum.

(With inputs from agencies.)