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Currency Articles - July 21, 2011 17:15
Euro Gains on Wednesday over Positive Development on Euro Zone’s Debt Situation
The single currency was stronger on Wednesday as positive hopes prevailed among investors on the euro zone’s debt situation. Traders were optimistic about the summit in Brussels on Thursday where French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have met to find a solution of Greece’s debt problems. Senior market analyst, Andrew Wilkinson from […]
US Dollar remains Under Pressure as Bernanke Suggest Additional Stimulus Measures
The US dollar declined versus its major counterparts on Wednesday as the US Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke supported the stance for additional stimulus measures in case of further deterioration in US economy. Bernanke while addressing the House Financial Services Committee commented, “The possibility remains that the recent weakness may prove more persistent than expected […]
US dollar remains mixed on Friday on Latest Jobs Data
The US dollar declined versus its major counterparts except the euro on Friday. The negative sentiment prevailed on latest US payrolls report which disappointed the traders. On the other hand the single currency also remained under pressure on Italy’s debt crisis. Chief currency strategist, Dean Popplewell from Oanda Corporation commented, “It’s difficult to want to […]
Weekly Outlook for Forex
Important economic events which could have significant affect on the trading of different currencies for the week ending July 8th, 2011 are as follows:- On Monday markets in United States remained closed due to observance of the US Independence Day. In Australia data on building approvals, retail sales and change in numbers of jobs advertised […]
Euro reaches its Highest in 2 weeks a Greece gets ready for First Round of Bailout Package
The euro touched it’s highest versus the greenback in last 2 weeks on positive development for Greece’s debt situation. The Greek parliament has approved the bailout package of 78 billion euros equivalent to $112.2 billion for its austerity measures. The single currency gained to 1.4431 against the US dollar on Wednesday as compared to 1.4366 […]
Gold Futures Recover on Tuesday after Three Consistent Bearish Trends
Gold futures gained on Tuesday and crossed the level of $1,500 per ounce as investors got optimistic for the base metals due to resolution for Greece’s sovereign debt crisis. Gold futures contract for August delivery gained 0.3 percent or $3.80 to $1,500.20 per ounce on Comex division of New York Mercantile Exchange. The respective contract […]
The US Dollar Declines on Tuesday on Remarks of Bernanke
The dollar remained under pressure on Tuesday after the public address of Federal Reserve’s Chairman Ben Bernanke. The dollar index DXY which measures the US dollar’s performance against its six major rival currencies declined to 73.528 on Tuesday as compared to 73.981 on Monday’s North American trading session. Bernanke admitted that the economy is sluggish […]
Base Metals Jump up on Euro Zone’s Debt Concerns
Gold Futures gained on Wednesday’s trading session as the US dollar rebounded after reaching its highs making base metals attractive for investors. Silver futures contract also jumped 3 percent in today’s rally. Gold futures contract for June delivery gained 0.40 percent or $5.50 to $1,528.80 per ounce in Comex trading session of New York Mercantile […]
Crude Oil Futures Gain on the Positive US Economic Data
Crude oil futures moved with bullish sentiments on Thursday on positive US economic data and weakening greenback. Crude oil futures for June delivery gained 0.8 percent or $0.76 to $98.97 per barrel on New York Mercantile exchange. The contract earlier jumped up to $100 per barrel. Energy broker Jay Levine from Energay LLC commented, You […]
The Euro Strengthens against the US dollar on Wednesday’s Overnight Trading Session
The Euro gained in Wednesday’s overnight trading session as the investors were hoping for an interest rate hike by European Central Bank. The US dollar exchange rate remained under pressure in reaction however reached its six month highest against the Japanese currency. The dollar index DXY which measures the US dollar movement against its major […]
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