The New Zealand dollar fell today as the continuing problems in the European Union ensure that risk aversion sentiment remains in place, damping the attractiveness of the currencies related to economic growth. The rising borrowing costs…
Posts published in November 2011
India’s Rupee Drops to Record
The Indian rupee sank today as the negative outlook for the country’s economy and the unfavorable developments in the global economy hurt the prospects for the currency. The Reserve Bank of India slashed its forecast for the nationâs growth to 7.6 percent…
US Dollar Fluctuates on Mixed Macroeconomic Reports
The US dollar was rising today, but now declines after the reports showed that the US economic growth were less than previously estimated, but the conditions for the US manufacturers improved.…
Aussie Retreats as Risk Aversion Sets In
Aussie is retreating after showing some signs of gains earlier. Now, though, Aussie is heading lower as risk aversion sets in. Concerns about sovereign debt in Europe, and the budget…
Euro Higher for Now, But Debt Remains a Problem
Euro is higher right now, gaining as some Forex traders engage in short covering. However, the 17-nation currency is still vulnerable to debt problems — in the eurozone and in the US. For now, euro…
SA Rand Rebounds on Outlook for Interest Rates
The South African rand rebounded today after yesterday’s decline on the speculation the central bank will keep its interest rates unchanged, continuing to draw foreign investors. South Africa’s interest rates…
Global Economy Unfavorable for Riskier Currencies, Brazilian Real Drops
The Brazilian real ticked down as the developments in the global economy made investors favor safer assets over riskier ones. The US politician weren’t been able to agree on budget cuts. Germany’s Finance…
US Dollar Mostly Higher, Even on Deficit Panel Failure
A bi-partisan committee designed to find a solution to the debt crisis in the US has failed. As a result, US stocks are in free fall today. The US dollar, though, is mostly higher in Forex trading.…
Yuan To Move Toward Flexibility on Currency Market
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao is planning to allow the yuan to increase in flexibility on the currency market, according to state-runCCTV. China’s official television reported, over the weekend, that a meeting between US President…
Pound Slumps as House Prices Decline
The Great Britain pound dropped today and dropped heavily as the house prices in Britain tumbled, reinforcing the negative outlook for the UK economy. Rightmove reported that the House Price Index was down by 3.1…