The dollar index (DXY00) today is down by -0.15%. The dollar is under pressure today as stocks recover on hopes for a ceasefire in Iran, curbing liquidity demand for the dollar. Axios reported that the US, Iran, and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war. The dollar added to its losses today after the Mar ISM services index fell more than expected.
The US Mar ISM services index fell -2.1 to 54.0, weaker than expectations of 54.9. The Mar ISM services prices paid sub index rose +7.7 to a 3.5-year high of 70.7, stronger than expectations of 67.0.
