The Australian dollar jumped today as employment in Australia demonstrated surprisingly huge growth that was about seven times above forecasts, causing speculation that the nation’s central bank will refrain…
Euro is gaining today, even though concerns remain about Spain and other countries in the eurozone with high amounts of sovereign debt. Continued worries about the eurozone are not enough…
The Swiss franc rose today against the US dollar, following gains of the euro. The currency fluctuated against the euro, staying near the cap, but not breaking it. The Swiss National Bank capped…
US dollar is lower today, falling as warnings about the slow economic recovery in the United States remain intact. The US dollar doesn’t look as attractive as it did a couple of weeks ago,…
The rand rose today, following two days of decline, on signs that the US Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank plan to stimulate their economies, supporting inflow of higher-yielding assets. Janet Yellen,…
The New Zealand dollar advanced today, rising for the second trading session, as macroeconomic reports showed that business confidence improved and manufacturing continued to expand, confirming positive developments in the New Zealand economy.…
The Great Britain pound climbed today after a report showed that UK retail sales grew last month, following a decline in the previous month. The report made Britain’s assets more attractive…
Canadian dollar is gaining against the US dollar right now, receiving a boost on general optimism today. Loonie is getting help as investors find optimism after Alcoa earnings, and on the fact…
Euro is higher today, gaining as stocks see some improvement, and as risk appetite overall improves. However, even with relief allowing the euro to push through resistance, the 17-nation currency still…
The Japanese yen climbed to the highest level in more than a month today before retreating a little as Forex market participants feel uncertain as borrowing costs in European nations rise. The yield for ten-year Italian…