Yen finds footing after intervention, dollar near 6-week low on Mideast hopes

Currency markets took a breather as the Japanese yen gained traction, influenced by recent intervention measures. Meanwhile, the U.S. dollar index lingered near its six-week lows, buoyed by positive developments in the Middle East. Falling oil prices alleviated concerns about potential supply disruptions, leading traders to adjust risk premiums and reassess expectations around Fed rate hikes. The focus now turns to forthcoming U.S.