U.S.-Iran talks conclude in Switzerland as dollar steadies and oil prices fall

Reuters—U.S. and Iran nuclear talks concluded in Switzerland, with mediators from Qatar and Pakistan saying the sides agreed on a roadmap, though Swiss reports suggested the talks were called off entirely. Oil prices fell following the conclusion of the talks. The dollar held steady in currency markets, while the yen approached a 40-year low. Iran also secured waivers allowing 1.5 million barrels per day of oil exports as part of the emerging deal.

• Reuters — Dollar held steady post-talks; yen nearing a 40-year low
• SWI swissinfo — Swiss reports said the talks were cancelled entirely — contradicting mediator claims
• Deutsche Welle — Qatar and Pakistan said sides agreed on a roadmap going forward
• Dawn — Oil prices fell after the Switzerland talks concluded; Iran gets 1.5 mb/d export waivers