Dollar today operates almost stable on return from holiday after Trump extends ceasefire

The U.S. dollar held steady in thin trading as markets reopened following a holiday, reacting to former President Donald Trump's reported extension of a geopolitical ceasefire. The move is seen as supporting short-term risk appetite, reducing demand for safe-haven assets and limiting upward pressure on the dollar. This stability in the dollar reflects a temporary easing in global conflict risk, which had previously driven capital into defensive positions, particularly in Treasury yields and gold. The lack of significant currency volatility suggests limited immediate impact on major forex pairs, though emerging market assets may see modest inflows if the de-escalation persists. Traders will watch the next U.S. CPI release for signals on whether reduced geopolitical tension allows the Fed to maintain a dovish stance.

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