Dollar Soars as U.S.-China Tariff Truce Boosts Markets

The U.S. and China agreed to a temporary tariff reduction, easing trade war fears and boosting the dollar. The U.S. lowered tariffs to 30% and China to 10% for 90 days. This deal spurred the dollar's rise, strengthened stocks, and improved economic prospects, though long-term issues remain.

The dollar surged on Monday after the U.S. and China reached a temporary truce in their trade war, agreeing to cut tariffs in hopes of averting a global economic downturn.

Under the agreement, the U.S. will reduce additional tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30%, while China will lower duties on U.S. imports to 10% from 125% for the next 90 days. The news exceeded investor expectations, driving up U.S. stocks and boosting the dollar's performance against major currencies.

The dollar index climbed 1.2% to 101.58. This shift in trade relations also prompted traders to reassess the likelihood of future interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve as market conditions improved.

(With inputs from agencies.)