US dollar steady as oil prices rise amid bond selloff
The US dollar remains stable as oil prices increase amidst a bond selloff. Tensions in the Middle East and rising Treasury yields are contributing to the dollar's strength. Brent crude futures have surpassed $110 per barrel due to concerns over potential disruptions in oil shipping routes.
- ▪The dollar index is approximately 99.325.
- ▪Brent crude futures have climbed over 1% to above $110 per barrel.
- ▪The 10-year Treasury yield has risen to around 4.631%.
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<img src="https://static.cryptobriefing.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/18045618/dollar-steady-as-oil-climbs-bond-selloff-deepens-1-800x420.jpeg" alt="US dollar steady as oil prices rise amid bond selloff" class="w-full aspect-[19/10] object-cover" /> US dollar steady as oil prices rise amid bond selloff Middle East tensions and climbing Treasury yields are creating conditions that could fuel further dollar strength heading into year-end. Share Add us on Google by Editorial Team May. 18, 2026 The dollar index sat at approximately 99.325. The euro was trading at $1.1621 while sterling held at $1.3320, neither gaining meaningful ground against the greenback. Meanwhile, Brent crude futures climbed over 1% to above $110 per barrel.
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