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Investors turn gloomy on the US dollar as Iran war haven demand fades

The US dollar has surrendered most of its war-driven advance over the past week, and is almost back where it was before the fighting erupted at the end of February.

The Iran war is accelerating the petrodollar’s decline

Like the stricken Saudi Aramco Ras Tanura refinery complex (above), the petrodollar has suffered a blow from Iranian attacks as Tehran looks to other currencies in payment for its oil.

Gold prices jump on US-Iran ceasefire deal

Gold remains down about 7 per cent over the past month and about 13 per cent below its record high of US$5,589 on Jan 28.

US dollar rises after Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged, while gold prices slip

The greenback strengthened against major currencies on March 20.

Go for gold, US dollar or Singapore stocks as Middle East conflict escalates?

Gold could continue to rise as it often benefits from geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns.

US dollar falls as traders sell US assets on new tariff uncertainty

The US dollar dropped against every major currency as Trump’s fresh tariff plans raised concerns about the outlook for the world’s biggest economy.

Foreigners rebuff ‘Sell America’, buying a net $2 trillion in US assets in 2025

US dollar depreciation in 2025 might have even encouraged some overseas managers to load up on US securities.

Citi backs Singapore dollar as key Asia haven play

The Singapore dollar has been Asia’s best performer against the US currency since the start of 2020.

The US dollar is facing a bumpy ‘yo-yo’ ride

Having a weakening dollar is a net negative for the US stock market.

Silver extends plunge, wiping out gains in volatile market

Spot silver tumbled to as low as US$64 an ounce early on Feb 6.

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