U.S. Dollar Index Falls to 100.196 as Iran Signals Diplomatic Opening on July 13

According to Yonhapinfomax, on July 13, the U.S. Dollar Index fell to 100.196 as Iran's foreign ministry signaled openness to diplomatic solutions amid escalating military tensions with the United States. WTI crude oil futures, which had climbed to $75.08, retreated to the $73 range following Iran's statement, reducing safe-haven demand for the dollar.

The U.S. Dollar-Japanese Yen rate rose to 162.109 yen, though gains were capped after Japan's chief cabinet secretary clarified that the Government Pension Investment Fund has no immediate plans to adjust its asset allocation, contrary to earlier policy signals from the finance minister.