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Dollar lower for second day as Middle East ceasefire hopes rise

APRIL 01, 2026

Summary

  • Yen steady, euro and sterling gain
  • Ceasefire expectations rise but mixed signals keep FX markets cautious
  • US jobs report and labour market outlook may influence Fed rate cut expectations

LONDON, April 1 (Reuters) - The dollar fell for a second day on Wednesday as expectations of a ceasefire in the Middle East conflict grew after the U.S. signalled that an end to the war could be near, even though markets remained on edge on fears of escalation.

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