The US dollar is gaining strength. This is impacting commodity prices. Gold and oil prices are expected to fall. The US dollar index is at a crucial level. If it crosses this level, the dollar will strengthen further. Oil production in the US is also high. This will keep oil prices stable. The US dollar is gaining strength. This is impacting commodity prices. Gold and oil prices are expected to fall. The US dollar index is at a crucial level. If it crosses this level, the dollar will strengthen further. Oil production in the US is also high. This will keep oil prices stable. Economic Times