The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) increased by over 0.50% on April 2, reaching 100.07. This rise in the dollar coincided with significant declines in precious metals, as spot gold dropped $150 to $4,606.39 per ounce, marking a 3.16% decrease. Meanwhile, spot silver experienced a sharper fall, plunging 6.00% to $70.53 per ounce. In geopolitical developments, Trump declined to specify a timeline for troop withdrawal, while Iran issued a warning of a potentially stronger attack. These tensions may have influenced market movements, contributing to the volatility in currency and commodity prices.