There's a lot of uncertainty in the markets right now, hence the spike in the relative value of the dollar. A lot of investors in the world are flocking to the dollar. They believe a crash is coming and best believe it is but not before the biggest blow off top ever. The meltdown will be devastating but not until you see crude oil reverse. Crude oil bullish move is just getting started. Don't be shorting this market, you will most likely get burned.