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U.S. Dollar Rises Amid Middle East Tensions and Inflation Woes

3/12/2026

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The U.S. dollar strengthened as tensions in the Middle East rose energy prices and lifted inflation concerns.
Treasury yields rose as markets reassessed potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
The Japanese yen weakened against the Singapore dollar as higher oil costs weigh on Japan's imports.
Analysts warn that prolonged conflicts could trigger stagflation and higher global interest rates, while investors await US GDP and inflation data.

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Story summary

The U.S. dollar strengthened as tensions in the Middle East rose energy prices and lifted inflation concerns.
Treasury yields rose as markets reassessed potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
The Japanese yen weakened against the Singapore dollar as higher oil costs weigh on Japan's imports.
Analysts warn that prolonged conflicts could trigger stagflation and higher global interest rates, while investors await US GDP and inflation data.