Posts published in October 2011

Aussie Weakens Ahead of RBA Monetary Policy Decision

The Australian dollar fell today as Forex market participants anticipate an interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia tomorrow. The Australian central bank will hold a monetary policy meeting tomorrow. Most…

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GBP/USD Lower, GBP/JPY Higher

The Great Britain pound dropped today as the outlook for the nation’s economy was pessimistic today, damping demand for the sterling. The pound sometimes considered a refuge from the problems in Europe as traders flee to the currency from…

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US Dollar Rises on Safe Haven Demand

US dollar is rising today against major currencies as a safe haven. Concerns about what’s next for the global economy are causing Forex traders to look for safety — and the US dollar…

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Bank of Japan Intervenes, Sending Yen Lower

Last week, the Japanese yen continued to strengthen at a rate uncomfortable to leaders. As a result, earlier today, the Bank of Japan decided to directly intervene in order to keep the yen lower. Monday’s intervention marks the third…

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Franc Gains vs. Dollar, Retreats vs. Yen

The Swiss franc gained as the problems in Europe made traders flock to the currency, even though it’s hard now to be consider the Swissie a “safe currency” after the euro-peg was implemented by the central bank.…

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Yen Continues to Strengthen

Japanese yen continues to strengthen, prompting Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda to assure Japan’s parliament that leaders are ready to intervene if it becomes necessary. Japan prefers a weak currency,…

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Forex Traders More Cautious Today

Forex traders are showing a little more caution today, after yesterday’s enthusiastic shift toward risk appetite. Euro is moving a little lower against major counterparts now that…

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EUR/USD Falls as Optimism Wanes

The Great Britain pound gained today against the euro as the optimism caused by the rescue plans for the Eurozone quickly waned. The currency fluctuated against the dollar as the confidence of Britons declined. It’s surprising how fast…

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