The Australian dollar slumped today as the unexpected decline of producer prices in the first quarter of this year led to speculation that Australia’s central bank will decrease its interest rates on the next monetary…
Posts published in April 2012
Euro Down on PMI, Concerns About French Elections
The euro was down today on concerns about the outcome of the presidential elections in France. The report that showed the manufacturing index falling to the lowest level in almost three years also had its negative…
US Dollar Pulls Back as Risk Appetite Returns
Risk appetite is making a comeback in the markets today, and that is sending the US dollar mostly lower. The dollar index is losing ground, and the greenback is lower against many of the majors,…
Aussie Mostly Soft as Week Draws to a Close
Australian dollar is mostly softer as the week draws to a close. Aussie has been weakened this week by risk aversion and concerns about what’s happening in the eurozone. Also, recently, the news out…
UK Pound Gains as BOE Prepares to Wind Down Stimulus
UK pound is seeing gains again today, heading to highs not seen for 19 months against the euro. Sterling is also up against the US dollar as Forex traders look…
Euro Weakens as Questions Persist
Euro is weakening today against the US dollar and the UK pound as questions about the economic viability of the eurozone persist. Even though it’s clear that eurozone countries can still sell…
Japanese Yen Falls on Rumors of Further Economic Stimulus
Japanese yen is heading lower today, dropping against other majors as rumors swirl regarding the possibility of further economic stimulus. The idea that more easing for the yen could be coming…
US Dollar Index Gains as Traders Consider Consolidation
Yesterday’s buoyant tone and risk appetite have receded, leaving the US dollar to log gains against some currencies right now. The dollar index is heading higher, as the greenback gains against…
Bank of Canada Comments Send Loonie Higher
Right now, the Canadian dollar is seeing gains against nearly all of its major counterparts as the Bank of Canada comes out sounding a bit hawkish. Loonie is finding support in general…
Euro Lower Against Many Counterparts
Euro is lower against many of its counterparts today, dropping as concerns about the European debt situation continue to dominate the news. Spain is expected to auction off bonds today, and there…