The New Zealand dollar slid sharply today as the market sentiment worsened, sending the currency to the level at which it has traded before the no-tampering decision of the Federal Reserve. The worsening risk sentiment hurt…
Posts published in September 2013
Canadian Dollar Gets Boost from Retail Sales Data
Canadian dollar is getting a bit of a boost today from the latest retail sales data. While the loonie is struggling against some its major counterparts, overall, the Canadian dollar is…
Japanese Yen Retains Strength; More Stimulus Expected Later
Japanese yen is higher today, strengthening as Asian stocks weaken, and as Forex traders await more signs of stimulus from the Bank of Japan. While yen weakness is likely for the future, right…
Franc Weakens as Jordan Reiterates Necessity of Currency Cap
The Swiss franc fell today after Swiss National Bank President Thomas Jordan yet again reminded about necessity to keep the currency ceiling as a measure to protect the economy. Jordan said yesterday:…
Monex Announces Dividend Forecast For Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2014
Japanese FX giant Monex Group, released forecasted figures today for its interim cash dividend of 1,100 yen per share for the fiscal year ending March 31,…
Facebook makes another payment move with “Autofill Billing”
In a partnered venture with Stripe, PayPal, and Braintree, Facebook addresses billing in mobile commerce. , Facebook is beginning its final month’s test for “Autofill…
Italy not allowed to block online poker
The CJEU (Court of Justice of the European Union) has preliminarily ruled against Italy for blocking gambling websites from other EU countries. has reported that…
New gaming regulations for Ireland
2013 Gambling Control Bill will serve as a precursor to new legislation for both online and offline gambling. and a great deal of confusion arises…
Financial traders transacting in the popular US and Canadian dollar currency pair, will benefit from a new risk management service launched by the global risk…
FXCM Aqcuires Controlling Stake In FX Intelligence Firm Faros Trading LLC
Mergers and acquisitions are certainly becoming a feature within the retail side of the FX industry this week, further borne out by today’s announcement by…