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May 17, 2013 Central Bank Action Keeps Volatility in Check
May 17, 2013 Gold moving to the USD1300 level – Physical buying loosing against ETF selling
May 15, 2013 Is the dollar King?
May 10, 2013 Yen Weakness Steals the Show
May 8, 2013 Strong Data Lifts Euro but will it be enough?
May 6, 2013 Stocks Gain Strength Despite Average Employment Data
May 3, 2013 Euro – the talk on negative interest rates
May 1, 2013 May Day Fails to Keep the Euro Down
April 29, 2013 Central Banks will be the Drivers this Week
April 24, 2013 Stocks Rebound after Robust Earnings
April 19, 2013 Fear Crawls Back into Capital Markets
April 17, 2013 Oil Moves Lower as Riskier Assets Face Headwinds
April 16, 2013 Gold is Hammered After Weak Chinese Data
April 10, 2013 Euro Strength Continues Despite Weak Economic Data
April 8, 2013 Yen Continues to Trade Under Pressure
April 3, 2013 Upcoming central bank meetings: Bank of Japan, Bank of England, European Central Bank
April 1, 2013 Yen Hold Ground Despite Weak Tankan Survey
March 27, 2013 S&P 500 Poised to Test all-time Highs
March 25, 2013 Riskier assets started the week higher
March 20, 2013 Gold Rebounds As Cyprus Crisis Continues
March 11, 2013 Solid Data continues to Drive Markets
February 27, 2013 Markets Focus on US Data
February 27, 2013 Markets Focus on US Data
February 25, 2013 Downgrade of UK Debt Keeps Pound under pressure
February 22, 2013 Sterling Weakness is Currency Highlight
February 22, 2013 Dollar Strength Erodes Commodity Prices
January 28, 2013 Momentum Continues to Drive Capital Markets
January 16, 2013 Officials Dampen Currency Rally
January 12, 2013 China’s CPI may continue up in Q1,13. Possible rebound of China’s GDP for Q4.
December 15, 2012 AUD to benefit from safe haven status. Commodity prices may put pressure on AUUSD, NZDUSD.
December 4, 2012 The Reserve Bank of Australia cut interest rates by 0.25%
December 3, 2012 Mixed Data Creates Market Uncertainty
November 28, 2012 Fiscal cliff continues to impact the markets. Spanish banks get some relief.
November 19, 2012 Change of sentiment towards Japanese yen.
November 19, 2012 EZ more constructive on Greece. Greece to buy-back private held debt at 25 cents a euro. US: Home sales rise.
November 14, 2012 Yen continues to weaken as Japan’s economy weakens and investors increase portfolio risk
November 5, 2012 Markets Consolidate Ahead of US Presidential Elections
November 2, 2012 EU PMI Remains in Contraction. US Jobs Number Creates Positive Outlook.
October 31, 2012 Markets Consolidate Ahead of US Employment Report
October 29, 2012 US equity markets closing due to hurricane. Japanese yen may weaken as BoJ may pull trigger again.
October 27, 2012 Earnings fall short. The Pound benefits from better GDP data. Oil Declines on lower Demand.
October 24, 2012 Fed sticks to stimulus plan, says economy a bit firmer
October 24, 2012 BoC slashed its Q3 forecast by half reducing expectations for a rate hike. Singapore’s September industrial production likely to have been lacklustre.
October 12, 2012 RESEARCH: Downside in AUD limited from current levels
October 8, 2012 Weekly outlook for AUD. AUD/USD Trading idea. Australian job advertisements down 2.8 percent in September.
October 8, 2012 RESEARCH: Use of Renminbi as a trade settlement currency on the rise around the world. China’s trade data to indicate some stabilization in both external and domestic demand. Leadership transition in China could turn out to be modestly positive for growth. Chinese services PMI by HSBC up to 54.3 in September.
October 8, 2012 BoJ change of attitude is key to boosting the Nikkei. USD/JPY Trading idea. RESEARCH: Long USD/JPY
October 4, 2012 Outlook for CAD. USD/CAD unlikely to sustain a move above parity in the near-term.
October 3, 2012 Brent oil end lower on weak data from China and euro zone
October 3, 2012 IMF ready to help Spain
October 3, 2012 RESEARCH: Net inflows into US bond funds remain at high levels || U.S. private sector contributes 162,000 jobs in Sept-ADP || US mortgage applications up on lower refinancing rate -MBA || RESEARCH: US rates review
October 3, 2012 EURUSD – the ECB rate decision on Thursday
October 1, 2012 AUDUSD – upcoming rate decision. Approx 70% expect a cut.
September 28, 2012 Key US data: Personal income, consumer spending, PMI, Consumer sentiment
September 28, 2012 Spanish budget boosts risk on sentiment which is further reinforced by expectations of Chinese stimulus and low volatility.
September 26, 2012 Euro zone banking union debates start in EU parliament as ECB and German officials continue their legal review of the bond buying plan…
September 25, 2012 US business borrowing grows. Williams: QE3 will support the economy. Home price index due today.
September 21, 2012 EURUSD investors watch Spain in anticipation of a request for a new rescue program.
September 20, 2012 Chinese HSBC Flash Manufacturing PMI rises in September but remains in contraction at 47.8
September 13, 2012 US Federal Reserve launches third round of stimulus – open ended MBS purchases
September 11, 2012 German constitutional ruling – next major hurdle for the euro. EURUSD holds recent gains.
September 6, 2012 European markets rise in anticipation of ECB decisions.
September 5, 2012 EURUSD rallies in anticipation of ECB action on Thursday.
September 5, 2012 Australia’s GDP rises but a bit lower than expectations. Employment, car sales rise.
August 27, 2012 Following last week’s gains, EURUSD remains stable in anticipation of actions from central banks.
August 22, 2012 U.S. existing home sales pretty much in line with expectations
August 21, 2012 RBA released August meeting minutes – happy with current stance
August 16, 2012 Dollar gains on housing new permits and employment data in line with expectations
August 16, 2012 GBPUSD surges on unexpected rise of UK Retail sales
August 15, 2012 Mixed economic data from the US. CPI falls. Housing index rises.
August 15, 2012 UK: MPC releases notes of last meeting. UK unemployment number better than expected.
August 14, 2012 GDP data of selected EZ countries
August 10, 2012 Chinese export growth slowed sharply. Stimulus from Chinese government more likely.
August 9, 2012 U.S. weekly jobless claims declines. Trade deficit narrow
August 7, 2012 RBA leaves cash rate unchanged at 3.50 pct
August 3, 2012 US payrolls rose in July; jobless rate rises to 8.3 pct from June. Services PMI also rose beating expectations.
August 2, 2012 ECB’s rate decision today is expected to be a lot more than a rate decision. A political battle in the background.
August 1, 2012 Euro zone – PMI, manufacturing sector indicator falls again
July 31, 2012 Political leaders try to prop up the market before key central bank meetings
July 30, 2012 What actions will the ECB take this week?
July 27, 2012 Euro zone markets benefit from hope of ECB intervention. Bond yields ease. Not clear if ECB can act within mandate.
July 27, 2012 AUDUSD continues uptrend subject to risk on-off and hopes for stimulus from central banks
July 26, 2012 Europe today: ECB’s Draghi says ECB will fully stand behind the Euro… within ECB’s mandate EURUSD soars.
July 24, 2012 Euro – German and Spanish finance ministers meet. Greece extends short selling ban.
July 23, 2012 IMF denies weekend report about not supporting Greece. Spain bans short selling. Italian and Spanish regions face financial trouble.
July 10, 2012 German constitutional court to rule on ESM legality. Ireland wants a deal similar to Spain’s.
June 27, 2012 Egan-Jones downgrades Germany to A-plus. Merkel says that euro bonds will not exist in her life time.
June 26, 2012 EU Summit on Thursday-Friday. Limited possible solutions. Limited volatility in the market. More sell-off may be around the corner.
June 25, 2012 Italy to support banks in distress. Cyprus will seek assistance.
June 22, 2012 Heads of 4 major EZ countries plan for a euro 130 billion growth package. Spanish banks stress test. No room for negotiations with Greece.
June 21, 2012 Spanish banks would need euro 51 to 62 billion to recapitalize. ESRB warns of weakening EU economy.
June 20, 2012 The US Federal Reserve kept rates unchanged. No QE3 was announced however Operation Twist was extended.
June 20, 2012 Italy suggests that ESM should buy bonds. On 31 July, a more detailed report on Spanish banks will be issued.
June 18, 2012 Euro, risk-on currencies, and stock markets gain on Greek elections but start giving back gains as investors shift notice to macro problems again.
June 10, 2012 Over the weekend China reported lower than expected May inflation data; better than expected trade data
June 8, 2012 Increasing speculation that Spanish Government will this weekend request aid to recapitalize banks.
June 6, 2012 Australian economy grew faster than expected. AUDUSD rose
June 5, 2012 The Reserve bank of Australia cuts rates by 25 bps. Market participants had priced in a 50 bps cut: AUDUSD rose after the news.
June 4, 2012 Jobs and inflation falls in Australia rising hopes for 50 bps cut by the RBA
May 30, 2012 Increasing exceptions for a rate cut by the European Central Bank.
May 22, 2012 Fitch cuts Japans outlook to negative as Bank of Japan meets for two days
May 22, 2012 OECD’s semi-annual report on the global economy issues global growth projections and warns of sovereign indebtedness
May 21, 2012 Euro zone: Fitch warns of rising risk of company default in Europe if funding costs rise. French Finance Minister’s first euro zone meeting.
May 18, 2012 Canada April inflation spikes to 2.0 pct.
May 17, 2012 Japan: GDP higher than expected, industrial output revised up; no change expected from BoJ.
April 24, 2012 US consumer confidence declines in April. New home sales decline.
April 5, 2012 EURCHF tests the 1.2 level following higher CPI numbers
March 30, 2012 Euro rises with hopes of boost to the bailout fund’s firepower. Japan’s economy on moderate recovery
March 29, 2012 German jobless total down to lowest in unified Germany. U.S. durable goods orders edges up 2.2 pct in Feb missing expectations but confirming growth.
March 28, 2012 French and UK report lower than expected GDP numbers.
March 27, 2012 US Fed’s dovish comments increase hope for QE3. Drop of industrial profits in China
March 26, 2012 German IFO improves unexpectedly. Bigger euro zone fund. Yen potentially back on trend to weaken further.
March 23, 2012 Lower global growth expectations worry investors
March 22, 2012 Weak manufacturing data from China. New Zealand reports slower growth.
March 21, 2012 GBP weakens after release of BoE meeting minutes. Investors mixed on gold.
March 15, 2012 Swiss National Bank will keep rates at basically zero for the foreseeable future
March 13, 2012 BoJ holds monetary easing programs unchanged. FOMC decision later today.
March 12, 2012 China announces trade deficit reflecting global slowdown
March 9, 2012 Greek bond swap required triggering of option. US payroll data due out shortly.
March 8, 2012 ECB rate decision today. Greek deadline at 2000GMT. Improving US economy boosts markets.
March 7, 2012 Australia economic growth slower than expected. UK inflation falls; but positive signs in employment.
March 6, 2012 US dollar gains on better US economic data – higher GDP expected. Euro zone confirms GDP contraction.
March 5, 2012 Lower growth expectations in China. Euro zone service PMI falls.
March 2, 2012 German retail sales plunge. No QE3 announced; gold drops.
February 29, 2012 European central bank will offer loans today. German unemployment holds steady.
February 28, 2012 Business sentiment in Germany surges. ECB temporarily suspends the eligibility of Greek bonds as collateral. Japan’s retail sales jump.
February 23, 2012 Euro boosted by German data whilst overall euro zone heads into recession. USD/JPY falls on profit taking.
February 22, 2012 US economy expected to show improving signs. Investors watch for Greek bailout package implementation.
February 21, 2012 Greece avoids default with second bailout package.
February 20, 2012 China cuts its reserve requirements. Euro zone finance ministers to decide on Greece today.
February 17, 2012 Market anticipating a deal on Greece together with better economic data from bigger economies is increasing the risk on sentiment.
February 16, 2012 Euro zone leaders are divided over rescue plan for Greece.
February 15, 2012 The euro gained as Greek political leaders back austerity measures and China said they will participate in resolving the euro zone debt crisis.
February 14, 2012 The Greek parliament approves measures. Japan’s economy contracted more than expected.
February 10, 2012 EU Finance Ministers hold funds back from Greece; equities, gold, and commodity currencies drop.
February 9, 2012 Greek agreement delayed by 15 days. ECB rate decision out today. Higher inflation in China.
February 8, 2012 Euro gains with hopes that Greek bailout is advancing. Japanese yen weakens as Japan’s exports drop.
February 7, 2012 AUD/USD gains after surprise move by the RBA. Increased chances of yen selling by Japanese government.
February 6, 2012 Signs of more pessimism on Greek negotiations. Australian dollar may face interest rate cut.
February 3, 2012 US dollar weakens in anticipation of employment data. Greece and its creditors struggle to reach an agreement.
February 2, 2012 Optimism from manufacturing data boosts the markets. Gold, commodities, stock markets all gain.
January 31, 2012 EU leaders complete the fiscal discipline treaty pushing the US dollar lower and boosting riskier assets. Gold and silver continue uptrend.
January 30, 2012 Euro weakens in advance of EU meeting. Australian dollar drops. Gold retreats from highs.
January 27, 2012 The yen continues gains as safe haven as Greek negotiations extend. Gold set for fourth bullish week.
January 26, 2012 US interest rates at near zero till late 2014: the dollar weakens and gold gains.
January 25, 2012 First trade deficit by Japan in 31 years. UK economy shrank last quarter.
January 24, 2012 The euro zigzags up as the US Fed starts their policy meeting.
January 23, 2012 European finance ministers meet today as a messy Greek default looms over markets.
January 20, 2012 The euro uptrend continues following optimism on debt situation.
January 19, 2012 The US dollar index continues decline while investors offload short euro positions.
January 18, 2012 The dollar weakens on economic data as euro gains on positive bond auction news.
January 17, 2012 Better than expected GDP numbers from China boost currencies against the US dollar.
January 16, 2012 Investors have increased their short euro positions to record levels.
January 13, 2012 Improving bond auctions in Europe; decreasing reserves in China; US economic data weaker than expected.
January 12, 2012 Positive Spanish auction give a short boost to the euro. Important rate decision from ECB today.
January 11, 2012 Bond auction in Germany. Slow down in Chinese economy.
January 10, 2012 The president of the Swiss National Bank resigns.
January 9, 2012 The euro rebounds from lows but remains subject to further weakness. Swiss National Bank President faces questions from lawmakers.
January 6, 2012 Improving US economy and slowing European economy – euro looses ground while investors take on risk.
January 5, 2012 France auction results weigh on the euro. The pound at 15 month high vs. the euro.
January 4, 2012 The euro gives back gains from short-covering. Profit taking on Australian dollar.
December 30, 2011 More uncertainty for the euro in 2012.
December 29, 2011 The euro weakened to a decade low against the yen. Gold retreated.
December 28, 2011 New Italian bond yields halve compared to end November.
December 27, 2011 Reviving US economy; increasing euro sovereign debt refinancing needs.
December 23, 2011 Improving signs from US economy boost riskier assets.
December 22, 2011 Euro ranges as the market digests ECB’s monetary easing actions.
December 20, 2011 Better signs from the economy boost the US dollar. Euro benefits from improving euro zone bond auctions.
December 19, 2011 European sovereign credit downgrades and the death of North Korean leader influence the market.
December 16, 2011 Euro subject to sovereign credit downgrades. Swiss franc drops.
December 14, 2011 The euro drops to 11 month low.
December 13, 2011 Euro remains under pressure ranging in the $1.3200 area.
December 12, 2011 Investors worried that EU deal does not solve short term problems
December 9, 2011 Europeans agree on next steps. Investors remain concerned of implementation.
December 8, 2011 Investors worry about the outcome of the EU summit, reduce risk.
December 7, 2011 EU summit’s outcome remains uncertain. Swiss franc may be subject to further intervention.
December 6, 2011 S&P may cut the credit rating of 15 euro zone countries. Bank of Australia cuts rates.
December 5, 2011 The euro gains ahead of the EU summit.
December 2, 2011 Riskier assets gain as investors expect recovery in the US
December 1, 2011 Markets surge on coordinated central bank action.
November 29, 2011 Euro finance ministers meet to leverage EFSF. Negative credit rate outlook for the US.
November 28, 2011 Markets gain with positive sentiment on report of bailout plan for Italy.
November 25, 2011 Euro zone crisis weighing on risk appetite as currencies test multi-week lows.
November 24, 2011 Investors worried by results from Germany’s bond auction. More QE expected.
November 23, 2011 Chinese November flash PMI falls most in 32 months.
November 22, 2011 Euro zone troubles may soon be overshadowed by debt matters in the US.
November 21, 2011 Euro weakens as attention turns towards France and Spain
November 18, 2011 Euro zone running out of options.
November 17, 2011 Market speculates on more monetary easing. Euro and US dollar weaken.
November 16, 2011 Euro under pressure as crisis reaches other countries.
November 15, 2011 Euro weakens as bond yields surge. The Swiss franc falls on possible intervention by the SNB.
November 14, 2011 More confident on Europe, investors add risk to portfolios.
November 11, 2011 The sentiment turns back to positive for euro.
November 10, 2011 Euro drops sharply with talks of euro zone split.
November 9, 2011 Berlusconi will offer resignation. Italian bond spreads keep rising.
November 8, 2011 The euro holds ground for the moment. Swiss franc losses on intervention worries.
November 7, 2011 The euro weakens in anticipation of political turmoil. More intervention talk on the yen and the Swiss franc.
November 4, 2011 Greece abandons plans for referendum.
November 3, 2011 Greece under pressure. ECB rate decision today
November 2, 2011 Greek referendum causes turmoil. US Fed may announce further quantitative easing today.
November 1, 2011 The euro drops 3 percent over two days. UK close to recession.
October 31, 2011 Major drop in yen after a solo intervention by Japan.
October 28, 2011 The euro rallied. US economy maintains cap.
October 27, 2011 European leaders agree on a plan to save the euro. Bank of Japan keeps rates unchanged.
October 26, 2011 Markets position for EU summit outcome. Safe haven yen and gold gain as Aussie drops.
October 25, 2011 Euro is stable in anticipation of EU summit results.
October 24, 2011 The euro hits a six-week high on positive EU news.
October 21, 2011 Investors are uncertain whether to take or offload risk.
October 20, 2011 Europeans diverge on how to maximize the firepower of the EFSF.
October 19, 2011 Spain sovereign debt rating cut by Moody’s. Euro maintains strength.
October 18, 2011 Gains in euro tempered by comments from Germany. Continuing shift to riskier currencies
October 17, 2011 More backing for Europe from IMF but not clear yet if the IMF gets more backing.
October 14, 2011 S&P cuts Spain’s rating. Possible expansion of IMF funds to help euro zone.
October 13, 2011 Euro optimism continues. Yen rises on profit taking after talks of a yen peg to the US dollar.
October 12, 2011 Euro benefits from upcoming proposals on bank recaps.
October 11, 2011 Euro rose the most in more than a year.
October 10, 2011 Germany and France pledge to save the euro.
October 7, 2011 ECB boosts liquidity access. Euro and commodity currencies gain.
October 5, 2011 Rising speculation that the ECB will cut rates. Italy downgraded. Gold drops.
October 4, 2011 EU officials delay Greek’s euro 8 billion. RBA leaves rates unchanged.
October 3, 2011 The euro drops before meeting of EU finance ministers. US dollar gains.
September 30, 2011 The power of EFSF put in doubt. Euro continues its down trend.
September 29, 2011 Euro gains in anticipation of German vote. Gold recovers after drop of yesterday.
September 28, 2011 The yen strengthens as safe haven. Equity markets’ rally slows down.
September 27, 2011 Will EU officials be able to craft a plan fast enough?
September 26, 2011 Gold and silver tumble as euro zone debt crisis threatens to push the global economy back into recession.
September 23, 2011 Gains in euro may not be sustainable as Greek default gets closer.
September 22, 2011 US Fed announces ‘significant downside risks’. US dollar gains, oil and commodity currencies drop.
September 21, 2011 ‘Good progress’ on Greece. The Swiss franc drops.
September 20, 2011 Italy’s sovereign debt downgraded by Standard & Poor’s.
September 19, 2011 Finance Ministers’ meeting this weekend once again led to no real plans for the euro zone debt crisis. US dollar gains in anticipation of FOMC meeting.
September 16, 2011 Coordinated action by major central banks to provide liquidity boosts the euro. Gold drops.
September 15, 2011 The euro rose on positive announcements from countries supporting Greece and the euro zone
September 14, 2011 Euro faces more bad news. Australian dollar drops sharply.
September 13, 2011 Euro bounces back on reports that China may buy euro zone debt.
September 12, 2011 Euro zone may loose Greece! Risk aversion benefits the US dollar and weakens commodity currencies.
September 9, 2011 ECB announces lower growth for euro zone.
September 8, 2011 Rate decisions due today from the European Central Bank and Bank of England.
September 7, 2011 The Swiss National Bank caps the Swiss franc.
September 6, 2011 Equity markets slid sharply yesterday. Gold hits $1920 per ounce.
September 5, 2011 Euro weakens in view of a difficult week ahead. Lower demands for commodity currencies.
September 2, 2011 Focus is on US jobs data today. Rising problem of liquidity in Europe.
September 1, 2011 Better economic data from the US. Worst month for pan European stock index.
August 31, 2011 The US Federal Reserve seems divided on what the US economy needs.
August 30, 2011 Reduced chances of interest rate hikes by the ECB weaken the euro.
August 29, 2011 US Fed Chairman’s speech leaves traders uncertain about the US dollar.
August 26, 2011 Dollar looses steam in anticipation of Mr. Bernanke’s speech. Euro gains with AAA rating of Germany.
August 25, 2011 US dollar gains on better economic data. Gold slides 8 percent in August.
August 24, 2011 Gold drops over 4 percent. Currencies move in tight range.
August 23, 2011 German PMI better than expected. Gold at another record level.
August 22, 2011 The euro may face pressure this week – key data tomorrow. Fed Chairman may announce more support this week.
August 19, 2011 Stock markets fall. Dollar, yen, and Swiss franc advance. Gold surges.
August 18, 2011 More volatility in Swiss franc expected. Gold demand expected to rise.
August 17, 2011 The French – German plan does not convince markets. Swiss franc rises sharply.
August 16, 2011 French and German leaders meet to discuss solutions for the euro zone debt crisis. Slower growth in euro zone and the US.
August 15, 2011 The Swiss franc weakens again by 3%. Better GDP number from Japan.
August 12, 2011 Record one-day fall of the Swiss franc. Better than expected job data from the US.
August 11, 2011 Will France face a downgrade of its AAA rating?
August 10, 2011 The US Federal Reserves pledges to maintain rates low till mid 2013. QE3 a possibility. Stock markets gain.
August 9, 2011 $8 trillion already lost on equity markets. Gold gains 5%.
August 8, 2011 S&P downgrades US credit rating. G7 leaders say they are prepared to intervene and ensure stability. Gold surges to a record high
August 5, 2011 US and euro-zone faltering growth levels are shaking the markets.
August 4, 2011 The yen looses 3% as Japanese authorities intervene to weaken the currency.
August 3, 2011 The market reacts further to the possibility of an economic downturn or recession.
August 2, 2011 Investors, concerned about the weakness of the US and in general global economy, boost the Swiss franc to record high.
August 1, 2011 An agreement on raising the US debt threshold is in place. Gold looses 1%.
July 29, 2011 Euro weakens in anticipation of stable inflation data. No vote in the US yesterday.
July 28, 2011 Euro-zone debt crisis and US debt talks benefit the Japanese yen. Gold gives some gains back.
July 27, 2011 Dollar continues downward. Intervention to weaken the yen is possible.
July 26, 2011 Swiss francs, yen, New Zealand and Australian dollar all benefit from risk aversion. Gold hits record.
July 25, 2011 It is all about raising the debt ceiling in the US.
July 22, 2011 Europe takes a big step forward in managing the debt crisis. But is it enough?
July 21, 2011 EU political leaders meet in Brussels for major talks on Greece and future of the euro
July 20, 2011 Euro faces volatility in anticipation if meeting tomorrow.
July 19, 2011 Traders don’t want to be caught short euro in case of agreement on Greece by EU officials.
July 18, 2011 Swiss francs and Gold continue rising as investors reduce risks
July 15, 2011 Standard and Poor’s warns of US downgrade. Gold reaches record level.
July 14, 2011 US dollar falls against all its major counterparts. Gold at record level.
July 13, 2011 Ireland downgraded. China’s economy better than expected. Gold may continue upward.
July 12, 2011 No solution emerging yet for the euro.
July 11, 2011 Potential Italian debt crisis creating an emergency in Europe
July 8, 2011 The euro remains vulnerable. US dollar is stable.
July 7, 2011 The euro continues on a weak trend. US dollar and Gold rise.
July 6, 2011 The euro has regained some grounds from its yesterday lows as traders watch for rate hike.
July 5, 2011 Greek default may be selective and temporary. Dollar gains as safe haven.
July 4, 2011 S&P refers to a “selective default” for Greece.
July 1, 2011 The euro maintains gains. Gold weakens. Profit taking on commodity currencies.
June 30, 2011 The euro rose on Greek vote and potential of rate hike. Increasing appetite for commodity currencies.
June 29, 2011 The ECB signals possible rate hike in July. Positive Greek vote expected today.
June 28, 2011 More volatility expected for the euro.
June 27, 2011 Greek parliament starts crucial debate. Gold falls.
June 24, 2011 The euro remains under pressure. Gold may bounce back.
June 23, 2011 Euro-zone financial stability threatened. No plans for more support packages by US Fed.
June 22, 2011 BOE leaves rates unchanged.
June 21, 2011 Greece debt crisis is at a turning point. US economy loosing momentum.
June 20, 2011 Euro falls as agreement on Greece is delayed
June 17, 2011 Greenspan says Greek default is almost certain. Trader’s buy lower risk.
June 16, 2011 Default of Greek debt already priced in. Equity and commodities lower.
June 15, 2011 Greece closer to default as ECB and German officials disagree.
June 14, 2011 Rates unchanged in Japan. Lower growth expected in Switzerland.
June 13, 2011 German officials clash with ECB on Greek bailout plan. Yen may weaken further.
June 10, 2011 Euro drops as ECB set to delay rate increases
June 9, 2011 Euro rises ahead of ECB rate decision today
June 8, 2011 Yen rises on European dept crises concern
June 7, 2011 The euro holds grounds – further gains uncertain.
June 6, 2011 Further gains for the euro on expectations of new Greek plan
June 3, 2011 Dollar falls ahead of US jobs report today
June 2, 2011 Euro gains as German Chancellor Merkel remains positive on economic growth
June 1, 2011 Dollar drops ahead of US employement and manufacturing data today
May 31, 2011 Euro rises as Europe prepares additional aid for Greece
May 30, 2011 Euro giving back gains and may continue if Greek debt crisis not resolved.
May 27, 2011 Slower growth in the US and debt crisis in euro zone push up the Swiss francs and Gold.
May 26, 2011 Euro gains as China indicates it may buy European bonds
May 25, 2011 Dollar and yen gain as investors seek safer assets
May 24, 2011 Euro falls on concern sovereign-debt crisis is worsening
May 23, 2011 Euro touches record lows against the Swiss franc. Commodities may decline.
May 20, 2011 Further dollar weakness due to expectation of slower lower home sales growth. Yen continues its decline.
May 19, 2011 Gold in demand. No change expected from US Fed.Japan’s economy shrinks.
May 18, 2011 Limited upside potential for interest rates in the US.
May 17, 2011 European finance officials agreed on a bailout.
May 16, 2011 The US dollar strengthens before EU meeting on Greece. Pound advances with better home sales figures.
May 13, 2011 Yen gains as investors seek safety after bombing in Pakistan
May 12, 2011 Euro bounces back from 3 week low against the dollar
May 11, 2011 Improving economies may reduce demand for safe-haven currencies such as the yen and Swiss francs.
May 10, 2011 The Euro under further pressure with Greece selling more Treasury bills today. Swiss francs weakened as Swiss CPI increased less than expected.
May 9, 2011 Euro gains on indication that rates will increase despite of dept crises
May 6, 2011 Yen drops on Japanese intervention speculation
May 5, 2011 Euro gains ahead ECB rate decision today
May 4, 2011 Dollar and yen gain as China may take further tightening measures
May 3, 2011 Yen rises as investors seek safety and Asian stocks drop
May 2, 2011 Dollar gains on news of Osama bin Laden’s death
April 29, 2011 The US dollar weakened to near 3-year lows on weak U.S. economic data.
April 28, 2011 Dollar drops after Fed maintains interest rates near zero
April 27, 2011 The dollar fell in anticipation of Fed Chairman press conference later today. The yen weakened after S&P lowered Japan’s sovereign-rating outlook.
April 26, 2011 ECB’s Trichet tries talking up the dollar. Gold and silver continued their slide.
April 21, 2011 Broad weakness for the dollar as investors move to higher yeilding assets
April 20, 2011 Canadian dollar gains as inflation accelerates indicating possible rate increase
April 19, 2011 Yen gains after S&P revises the US credit outlook to negative
April 18, 2011 Euro drops on speculation Greece will be unable to avoid a default over the next years
April 15, 2011 Yen gains as China set to take steps necessary to cool its growth
April 14, 2011 Dollar falls against euro on speculation the Fed will lag behind in raising rates
April 13, 2011 Pound drops as inflation figures indicate interest rates will not be raised
April 12, 2011 Yen, dollar and Swiss franc strengthen as investors seek safer assets
April 11, 2011 Euro falls from its 15 month high against the dollar
April 8, 2011 Yen and dollar fall ahead of positive German and UK data
April 7, 2011 Euro falls as Portugal seeks financial assistance
April 6, 2011 Gold and silver hit new records
April 5, 2011 Dollar and euro gain against yen – Silver beats new records
April 4, 2011 Yen falls on positive signs from US and European economies
April 1, 2011 Further weakness in the yen ahead of US employment data today
March 31, 2011 Euro gains ahead of German employment report today
March 30, 2011 Australian dollar hits record high
March 29, 2011 Euro gains against dollar as ECB reiterates rate increase
March 28, 2011 Yen falls on positive economic outlook in US and France
March 25, 2011 Euro gains against yen on speculation ECB will raise rates
March 24, 2011 Further losses for the euro as leaders struggle to contain dept crises
March 23, 2011 Euro falls as Europe continues to battle with fiscal crisis
March 22, 2011 Euro gains as ECB set to reiterate possible rate increase
March 21, 2011 Yen weakens on speculation G7 will take further steps to curb its appreciation
March 18, 2011 The yen plunged more than 3 percent as the G7 said they will jointly intervene in foreign-exchange markets.
March 17, 2011 The yen surged to post Word-War II high.
March 16, 2011 Bank of Japan pumps in more cash. Dollar gains as investors search for safety.
March 15, 2011 Yen gains as Japan repatriates funds, dollar rises as a safe haven
March 14, 2011 Yen trading choppy in wake of devastating earthquake
March 11, 2011 Yen falls after earthquake hits Japan
March 10, 2011 Dollar gains ahead of US jobs data today
March 9, 2011 Yen falls against euro before German production report
March 8, 2011 Euro gains on signs ECB may rise rates as early as next month
March 7, 2011 Euro gains ahead of European investor confidence report today
March 4, 2011 Dollar gains against the yen ahead of US employment report today
March 3, 2011 Euro rises ahead ECB rate decision today
March 2, 2011 Dollar and gold gain on unrest in the Middle East
March 1, 2011 Yen falls on reduced demand for safer assets
February 28, 2011 Dollar steadies ahead of important events this week
February 25, 2011 Euro gains on inflationary pressure. Yen and franc gain as violence in Libya intensifies.
February 24, 2011 Swiss franc and yen gain as investors seek safe-haven
February 23, 2011 Euro gains as inflation concerns may put pressue on ECB to rise rates
February 21, 2011 Middle East violence dominates. Gold, dollar, and yen gain as safe havens.
February 18, 2011 Euro falls on inflation concerns in Europe
February 17, 2011 Signs of strengthening economic recovery in Europe. Unrest in the Middle East.
February 16, 2011 The yen and dollar weaken with signs of global recovery, oil rises with signs of falling inventory.
February 15, 2011 Lower than expected Chinese CPI growth dampens demand for the yen
February 14, 2011 EURO declines as finance ministers meet on debt reduction targets and on concerns on Irish and Greek bailouts
February 11, 2011 Swiss franc and dollar up on concerns about stability in Egypt
February 10, 2011 Dollar on the defensive after Bernanke’s testimony
February 9, 2011 Dollar down for a third day against the euro on signs global economy is improving
February 8, 2011 Dollar and yen fall as Asian stocks gain
February 7, 2011 Euro recovers against the dollar
February 4, 2011 Dollar holds onto gains ahead of employment report today
February 3, 2011 Dollar gains as reports to show US economy is improving
February 2, 2011 Euro at a 3 month high on ECB inflation concerns
February 1, 2011 Dollar falls against euro on speculation global economy is recovering
January 31, 2011 Yen gains as investors seek safer assets on unrest in Egypt
January 28, 2011 Dollar gains against euro ahead of US GDP report today
January 27, 2011 Yen drops as Japanese credit rating is lowered
January 26, 2011 Dollar falls as Obama calls for spending freeze
January 25, 2011 Dollar at 2 month low against euro as FOMC meeting begins
January 24, 2011 Dollar gains ahead of US consumer confidence and GDP reports this week
January 21, 2011 Dollar falls back to an 8 week low against the euro
January 20, 2011 Dollar rises against euro as China’s economy accelerates
January 19, 2011 Dollar at a 5 week low against the euro
January 18, 2011 Dollar falls against the euro as US housing slows
January 17, 2011 Euro falls as European Finance ministers meet to discuss dept crises
January 14, 2011 Euro gains as German inflation accelerated
January 13, 2011 Dollar gains on new positive signs in the US
January 12, 2011 Euro gains ahead of bond purchases by Asian countries
January 11, 2011 Euro rises as Japan indicates it will buy euro-zone bonds
January 10, 2011 Euro at a 3 month low against the yen as Europe struggles to raise funds
January 7, 2011 Dollar gains ahead of job report today
January 6, 2011 Dollar higher as US job market improves
January 5, 2011 Further weakness for the euro as dept crises persists
January 4, 2011 Dollar rises against the yen on positive economic signs
January 3, 2011 Euro falls as dept crises may hinder fund raising
December 31, 2010 Euro gains as Germany vows to protect the single currency
December 30, 2010 Australian dollar at its highest since free flotation
December 29, 2010 Dollar falls as US data indicates slow recovery
December 28, 2010 Dollar falls ahead of US home prices report
December 27, 2010 Dollar and Yen fall as China increases interest rates
December 24, 2010 Yen falls as investors shift to higher-yeilding currencies
December 23, 2010 Pound climbs as BOE indicates rates may rise
December 22, 2010 Gold gains as IMF concludes sales program
December 21, 2010 Canadian dollar drops after disappointing data
December 20, 2010 Euro at a 2 week low against the dollar
December 17, 2010 Gains for Euro after EU leaders agree on crisis management system
December 16, 2010 Euro slightly gains ahead of EU meeting
December 15, 2010 Euro falls as Spain’s dept rating is reviewed
December 14, 2010 Dollar drops ahead of FOMC rate decision today
December 13, 2010 Euro falls as governments remain divided over dept crisis
December 10, 2010 Euro falls as Ireland gets downgraded by Fitch Ratings
December 9, 2010 Australian dollar gains after better than expected jobs report
December 8, 2010 Dollar rises as tax cuts are maintained in the US
December 7, 2010 Euro falls as officials remain split over European dept crisis
December 6, 2010 Canadian dollar advances as crude oil gains
December 3, 2010 Euro heads for a fourth weekly loss
December 2, 2010 Dollar climbs on signs US labor market is improving
December 1, 2010 Euro gains ahead of ECB rate announcement tomorrow
November 30, 2010 Yen gains as China takes steps to cool its economy
November 29, 2010 Dollar at 2 month high against euro after agreement for Ireland
November 26, 2010 Euro at a 2 month low against the dollar as recovery slows in Europe
November 25, 2010 Yen gains as investors seek safer assets
November 24, 2010 Euro drops as Ireland dept rating is lowered
November 23, 2010 Swiss franc gains on tension between North and South Korea
November 22, 2010 Euro gains after agreement to save Irish banks
November 19, 2010 Euro on the rise after better than expected German PPI
November 18, 2010 Euro gains on possible aid package for Ireland
November 17, 2010 Euro lower against dollar on Irish banking news
November 15, 2010 Dollar at 5 week high against yen ahead of retail sales reports
November 12, 2010 Euro at 6 week low against the dollar
November 11, 2010 Euro falls on poor economic data from Spain
November 10, 2010 Yen gains as reports show Asian recovery
November 9, 2010 Gold reaches new record levels
November 8, 2010 Euro falls against dollar on concerns in Ireland and Greece
November 5, 2010 Dollar and yen head for weekly decline
November 4, 2010 Euro drops on fiscal worries in the region
November 3, 2010 Dollar rises as Republicans gain majority
November 1, 2010 Dollar and yen drop on higher demand for alternative assets
October 29, 2010 Yen rises as Asian stocks drop
October 28, 2010 Dollar down for the first time in 3 days
October 27, 2010 Dollar at one week high against euro
October 26, 2010 Dollar lower against yen as Fed indicates further stimulus is required
October 22, 2010 FX dominates G20 meeting in South Korea
October 21, 2010 Geithner’s comments strengthen the dollar
October 20, 2010 Dollar falls after 3 days of gain
October 19, 2010 Dollar rises against the euro as investors seek safety
October 18, 2010 Yen rises on signs Japan may refrain from intervention
October 15, 2010 Slight bounce back for the dollar
October 13, 2010 Yen falls as Asian stocks gain
October 12, 2010 Yen at a 15 year high against the dollar as equities drop
October 11, 2010 Dollar weakens ahead of Fed policy meeting minutes
October 8, 2010 Euro gains ahead of US jobs report
October 7, 2010 Dollar back at a 15 year low against the yen
October 6, 2010 Dollar at 8 month low on speculation Fed will further ease measures
October 5, 2010 Bank of Japan unexpectedly cuts benchmark interest rate
October 4, 2010 Yen at a 4 month low against the euro
October 1, 2010 Dollar set for a second weekly drop
September 30, 2010 Euro drops on Irish bank bailout and Spain downgrade
September 29, 2010 Further weakness for the dollar, gold beats new records
September 28, 2010 Dollar nears a 5 month low against the euro
September 27, 2010 Gold and silver advance to record highs
September 24, 2010 Yen falls on presumed Japanese intervention
September 23, 2010 Oil drops as inventories unexpextedly rise
September 22, 2010 Dollar drops after Fed indicates it may ease monetary policy
September 21, 2010 Dollar falls ahead of housing stats and FOMC statement
September 20, 2010 Dollar at 5 week low against euro
September 17, 2010 Canadian dollar drops along with crude oil
September 16, 2010 Yen slightly higher after Japanese intervention
September 15, 2010 Yen drops as Japanese government intervenes
September 14, 2010 Yen at a 15 year high against the dollar
September 13, 2010 Dollar and yen fall as Chinese data beats expectations
September 10, 2010 Dollar heads for weekly gain against the euro
September 9, 2010 Further loss for the euro against the dollar and yen
September 8, 2010 Euro at record low against Swiss franc
September 7, 2010 Euro falls on concerns about European banks health
September 6, 2010 Euro at a 2 week high on positive signs in Germany
September 3, 2010 Weekly loss for the dollar ahead of US emplyoment data today
September 2, 2010 Dollar and yen slightly down on upbeat data
September 1, 2010 Yen weakens on positive signs from China and Australia
August 27, 2010 Canadian dollar gains along with commodities
August 26, 2010 Yen and dollar fall ahead of central bankers meeting
August 24, 2010 Yen at strongest in 8 years against the Euro
August 20, 2010 Further gains for the yen against the euro
August 19, 2010 Euro falls on European recovery concerns
August 18, 2010 Dollar gains agains the euro for the first time in 3 days
August 17, 2010 Gold extends gains
August 16, 2010 Yen continues to rise against euro
August 13, 2010 Second weekly gain for Gold
August 12, 2010 Yen falls on speculation Japan will intervene
August 11, 2010 Yen gains after Fed policy statement
August 10, 2010 Dollar and yen gain on renewed demand for safer assets
August 9, 2010 Dollar near a 15 year low against the yen
August 6, 2010 Canadian dollar at a 3 month high
August 5, 2010 Dollar rises on speculation jobless claims fell
August 4, 2010 Gold rises as China eases trading rules
August 3, 2010 Dollar trades near a 3 month low
August 2, 2010 Dollar and yen fall on renewed positive signs
July 30, 2010 Yen at year high against the dollar
July 29, 2010 Canadian dollar drops after a fall in oil prices
July 28, 2010 Euro rises on higher demand for riskier assets
July 27, 2010 Home purchases in the US increase by 24%
July 26, 2010 Better economic data and stress test results spur demand for the euro
July 23, 2010 Euro falls ahead of stress tests results
July 22, 2010 Yen gains as investors seek relative safety
July 21, 2010 Bernanke testifies today to the Senate
July 20, 2010 Yen falls on speculation Japan may intervene to weaken its currency
July 19, 2010 Dollar and yen rise on poor economic data
July 16, 2010 Falling US consumer sentiment may indicate recovery is losing momentum
July 15, 2010 Dollar drops on Fed comments
July 14, 2010 Pound gains on positive UK data
July 13, 2010 Rebound for yen and dollar as Chinese stocks decline
July 12, 2010 Yen falls after parliamentary election
July 7, 2010 Further gains for the yen, gold weakens
July 6, 2010 Yen rises as global growth slows
July 5, 2010 Euro declines against the dollar
July 2, 2010 Oil drops as slowing growth may limit demand
July 1, 2010 Dollar and yen gain as stocks lose
June 29, 2010 Swiss franc at record high against the euro
June 25, 2010 Yen gains ahead of G20 meeting this weekend
June 24, 2010 Dollar drops on indications Fed will keep rates low
June 23, 2010 Yen gains on weakness in US and European data
June 22, 2010 Oil drops as China eases the yuan exchange rate
June 18, 2010 Euro higher on increased demand at Spanish bond auction
June 17, 2010 Euro weakens as EU leaders meet to discuss crises
June 16, 2010 Further weakness for the yen – US PPI today
June 14, 2010 Yen falls and euro gains on positive economic signs
June 11, 2010 Euro ends losing streak
June 10, 2010 Euro slightly gains against dollar and yen – US trade balance today
June 9, 2010 Persian Gulf states pause single currency plan
June 7, 2010 Euro falls to lowest since November 2001
June 4, 2010 Dollar rises as job report set to indicate recovery is gaining
June 2, 2010 Yen falls after Prime Minister Hatoyama resigns
May 31, 2010 Yen drops on political turmoil
May 28, 2010 Euro heads for a sixth monthly loss against the dollar
May 27, 2010 Yen weakens on signs Asian economies are gaining momentum
May 26, 2010 Euro falls for a third day
May 25, 2010 Euro declines on renewed recovery concerns
May 21, 2010 Weekly advance for the euro
May 20, 2010 Yen gains on Korean peninsula tensions – US unemployment claims today
May 19, 2010 Germany bans some short selling – US CPI Today
May 18, 2010 Lower German ZEW Economic Sentiment set to further hit euro
May 17, 2010 Euro continues to drop
May 14, 2010 Euro down on concern measures will undermine growth
May 12, 2010 Concern about deficit of European countries weaken the euro
May 10, 2010 Euro surges as loan package is finalized
May 7, 2010 Uncertainty in Europe & electronic trading lead to major market movements
May 6, 2010 Sterling rises, euro drops on European dept crises
May 5, 2010 UK pound gains strength ahead of elections
May 4, 2010 Yen drops on expectation of better US and UK economic data
May 3, 2010 Greece accepts aid package but uncertainty prevails
April 30, 2010 Euro gains on hope Greek bailout deal will be completed
April 29, 2010 Yen gains as European dept crises may widen – US unemployment claims today
April 28, 2010 Euro drops on fears debt crises will spread to other countries
April 27, 2010 Greek situation continues to put pressure on the euro
April 26, 2010 Further weakness for the yen on positive economic data
April 23, 2010 Euro almost at yearly low against the dollar
April 22, 2010 US President Obama to call for new financial regulations
April 21, 2010 Yen and dollar fall as equities rebound
April 20, 2010 Higher yielding currencies rebound
April 19, 2010 Dollar and yen gain as investors seek safety on Goldman Sachs filing
April 15, 2010 Euro drops on concern rescue plan for Greece will not be enough
April 14, 2010 Further drop for the yen – US retail sales today
April 13, 2010 Yen on the rise as traders seek safety – US trade balance today
April 12, 2010 Surge in euro on Greek rescue package
April 9, 2010 Yen drops on damped demand for safety
April 8, 2010 Euro declines on stagnating growth and concern Greece will default
April 7, 2010 Australian dollar trades higher on rising commodity prices
April 6, 2010 Euro drops amid dept pay off concerns in Europe – FOMC meeting minutes today
April 1, 2010 Dollar drops as Asian economies pick up – US Unemployment claims today
March 31, 2010 Yen drops as better ADP employment data is expected in the US
March 30, 2010 Dollar falls on renewed signs economy is improving
March 29, 2010 Euro gains as concerns over Greece recede
March 24, 2010 Euro at a record low against the Swiss franc
March 22, 2010 Dollar gains as Reserve Bank of India unexpectedly raises borrowing costs
March 19, 2010 Euro drops on contunued concerns about the Greek financial situation
March 17, 2010 FOMC leaves fed fund rate unchanged boosting demand for riskier assets
March 15, 2010 Dollar and yen gain on rising economic tensions between US & China
March 8, 2010 Euro on the rise as Greece gets further support
March 5, 2010 Yen falls on new BoJ measures – US unemployment rate today
March 1, 2010 Troubled Greece continues to put pressure on the euro
February 26, 2010 Major currencies weaker on recovery signs – US prelim GDP today
February 24, 2010 Dollar drops ahead of Bernake testimony today and tomorrow
February 22, 2010 Yen weaker as Asian stocks surge
February 19, 2010 Fed unexpectedly raises discount rate
February 17, 2010 Positive figures from UK and US put pressure on yen
February 15, 2010 Debt problems in Greece and Dubai fuel dollar
February 12, 2010 Euro down as EU growth slows – US retail sales today
February 10, 2010 Dollar higher ahead of Bernanke tesimony – US trade balance today
February 8, 2010 Slight gains for euro in Asian session
February 5, 2010 Euro weaker on further deficit concerns – US unemployment rate
February 3, 2010 Boost for British currency on positive consumer sentiment – Gold gains for 3rd day
February 1, 2010 Positive signs in US boost dollar – Oil slightly lower
January 29, 2010 Dollar and yen rise on negative European outlook – US advance GDP today
January 28, 2010 Positive outlook from FOMC – US durable good orders and unemployment claims today
January 27, 2010 Fall in German CPI boosts the yen – Fed Funds Rate today
January 26, 2010 Dollar and yen rebound on moves by Chinese banks to curb growth
January 25, 2010 Yen falls as Bernanke set to win second term
January 22, 2010 Obama’s bank reform plan hits the dollar
January 21, 2010 Rebound in China weakens Yen – Gold at a 2 week low on stronger dollar
January 20, 2010 Weak German ZEW and further concerns over Greece drives euro lower
January 19, 2010 Yen at a 4 week high against euro as investors seek relative safety
January 18, 2010 Further speculation on Greece weakens the euro
January 15, 2010 Dollar and yen rise as Chinese bank lending slows down
January 14, 2010 Yen weakens against high yielding currencies
January 13, 2010 Pound on the rise against US dollar
January 12, 2010 Dollar back on rise on signs recovery is slowing
January 11, 2010 Commodity currencies gain as Chinese exports rise
January 8, 2010 Dollar gets boost on signs US economy is gaining momentum
January 7, 2010 Yen falls on Japanese Finance Minster comments on a weaker yen
January 6, 2010 Euro drops on speculation the EU may not help Greece
January 5, 2010 Dollar starts the new year weaker against yen and euro
January 4, 2010 Gold begins 2010 with gains
December 31, 2009 Yearly gain for the dollar against the yen, yearly drop against other majors
December 31, 2009 Top 4 2010 outlooks
December 28, 2009 Oil and dollar on the rise
December 24, 2009 Dollar declines against yen and euro after strong rally
December 23, 2009 Gold stabilizes after 2 day drop
December 22, 2009 Fed to withdraw stimulus earlier than expected?
December 21, 2009 Dollar near a three- month high on sign of recovery
December 18, 2009 Euro weakness against US dollar and yen
December 17, 2009 Dollar gains momentum – US unemployment claims today
December 16, 2009 Dollar remains high on prospects Fed may withdraw stimulus measures
December 15, 2009 Dollar back at a 2 month high against euro
December 14, 2009 Euro on pound gain on Dubai bail out plan
December 11, 2009 Yen weakens against the euro for a second day
December 10, 2009 Further volatility for the yen against other majors
December 9, 2009 Silver and gold gain – Yen stronger against dollar and euro
December 8, 2009 Gold back on the rise – Dollar climbs after Bernanke’s comments
December 7, 2009 Bernanke and Trichet speak today – Yen stronger
December 4, 2009 Gold falls back after record high – US unemployment rate today
December 3, 2009 Dollar and yen weaken on positive recovery signs
December 2, 2009 Yen continues to weaken – New record high for gold
December 1, 2009 Yen falls after 14-year high
November 30, 2009 UAE central bank to back Dubai World after fears of default
November 27, 2009 New highs for the yen
November 26, 2009 US dollar at a 14-year low against the yen
November 25, 2009 Australian dollar jumps on positive comments
November 24, 2009 Dollar climbs ahead of prelim US GDP today
November 23, 2009 Dollar falls as Fed set to keep rates low – US home sales today
November 20, 2009 Further gains for the yen as equity markets drop
November 19, 2009 Yen and dollar stronger against euro
November 18, 2009 Yen near a 5 week high against the dollar
November 17, 2009 IMF comments and fall in Asian equities weaken the euro
November 16, 2009 Euro on the rise after new recovery signs
November 13, 2009 Dollar and yen fall against euro – US trade balance today
November 12, 2009 Yen rises as equity futures decline
November 11, 2009 Euro rises against dollar and yen
November 10, 2009 Rebound for the dollar – UK pound drops further
November 9, 2009 Euro gains against yen and dollar – Gold rises above USD 1’100
November 6, 2009 Yen gains against euro – US unemployment rate today
November 5, 2009 Fed keep rates unchanged
November 4, 2009 Fed funds rate and FOMC statement today
November 3, 2009 Rebound in commodities boosts Canadian dollar and South African rand
November 2, 2009 Euro on the rise against ths US dollar and yen
October 30, 2009 US GDP grows at a 3.5% annual rate
October 29, 2009 Dollar regains strength over major currencies – German unemployment figures today
October 28, 2009 US Durable goods orders and new home sales today
October 27, 2009 Gold bouces back after drop
October 26, 2009 Further weakness for the dollar
October 23, 2009 Yen falls against euro and dollar – US existing home sales today
October 22, 2009 Dollar gains on lower Chinese growth number – US unemployment claims today
October 21, 2009 Euro stable against US dollar
October 20, 2009 Yen rises against US dollar and euro – US PPI today
October 19, 2009 Euro trades lower against the dollar – Gold declines after record high
October 16, 2009 Second weekly loss for the yen
October 15, 2009 Dollar at year low – US CPI and weekly unemployment claims today
October 14, 2009 Canadian dollar near parity with US dollar
October 13, 2009 Yen falls against US dollar and euro
October 12, 2009 Second day of gains for the dollar
October 9, 2009 Bernanke’s remarks boost the US dollar
October 8, 2009 US dollar back at a 2 week low against the euro
October 7, 2009 Gold at an all-time high
October 6, 2009 Australia first G20 country to rise interest rates
October 5, 2009 Euro set to extend gains – ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI today
October 2, 2009 Second weekly gain for the Euro – US Unemployment Rate today
October 1, 2009 Euro-region’s finance ministers indicate euro gains are “unwelcome”
September 30, 2009 Pressure is back on the US dollar – ADP non-farm employment change today
September 29, 2009 Dollar on the rise on renewed demand for safety
September 28, 2009 Yen at an 8 month high
September 25, 2009 US dollar gains on weaker existing home sales – US equities decline
September 24, 2009 FOMC maintains interest policy – Yen at a one week high
September 23, 2009 Dollar back down near its one-year low – Fed Funds rate today
September 22, 2009 Dollar weaker for the first time in three days
September 21, 2009 US dollar back on the rise as stimulus measures may be revised
September 18, 2009 Weaker UK pound on revived concern about banking sector
September 17, 2009 Dollar Index at a 12-month low – US unemployment claims
September 16, 2009 Further weakness for the dollar on reduced demand for safety
September 15, 2009 Dollar at its weakest this year – Oil back under $69
September 14, 2009 Yen rises on possible trade disputes between the US and China
September 11, 2009 Dollar Index falls for the 6th day
September 10, 2009 Yen falls for the sixth day – US trade balance today
September 9, 2009 Euro at a 9-month high on better French results
September 8, 2009 Yen rises on boosted demand for refuge
September 7, 2009 Slight gains for the euro on signs recession is easing – Labor Day today
September 4, 2009 Second weekly loss for the euro against the dollar – US unemployment rate today
September 3, 2009 Gold down from a 3 month high – ECB to keep rates low
September 2, 2009 Yen boosted on revived seach for safety – FOMC meeting minutes today
September 1, 2009 Euro at a 3-week high after German retail sales increased
August 31, 2009 Yen on the rise after Democratic Party wins elections
August 28, 2009 Euro rises on evidence Europe is emerging from recession
August 27, 2009 Chinese to restrict production?
August 26, 2009 Euro gains on positive German data – US durable goods orders today
August 25, 2009 Yen and dollar gain on revived concern – Bernanke to be nominated
August 24, 2009 Yen weaker on better economic data – Gold may decline after biggest rally in 3 weeks
August 21, 2009 Further signs may indicate worst of US recession is over
August 20, 2009 Rebound in Chinese stocks – US unemployment claims today
August 19, 2009 Swiss franc to remain unchanged – Yen on the rise as Asian stocks decline
August 18, 2009 Forecasted German investor confidence boosts the euro
August 17, 2009 Demand for safe haven assets rises as Japan misses growth estimates
August 14, 2009 Commodities on the rise – US Core CPI today
August 13, 2009 Better than expected German GDP boosts the euro
August 12, 2009 Slide in Asian equities give further boost to the Yen – FOMC statement today
August 11, 2009 Yen continues rise on dissapointing Chinese reports
August 10, 2009 Yen up against the euro for the first time in 3 days
August 7, 2009 Euro continues to gain on rise of German industrial production
August 6, 2009 Advance in stocks weaken the yen against the dollar and euro
August 5, 2009 Canadian dollar drops – Yen and dollar rise on boosted demand for safety
August 4, 2009 Yen rises as stocks snap three days of gain
August 3, 2009 Yen declines and pound rises on new economic indicators
July 31, 2009 Dollar and yen fall for a second day
July 29, 2009 Gains for the Euro on positive signals in Europe
July 28, 2009 Dollar trades lower as stock markets rally
July 27, 2009 Dollar drops on signs of improved home sales in the US
July 24, 2009 Euro advances on industry report – CAD rises as commodities strengthen
July 23, 2009 Gains for gold as dollar weakens
July 22, 2009 Yen and dollar rise on renewed concern
July 21, 2009 Dollar rises on Fed comments – US overnight rate today
July 20, 2009 Yen and dollar fall as economic indicators rise
July 17, 2009 Yen rises after bomb blasts in Indonesia
July 16, 2009 Dollar & yen advance vs euro after CIT set to file for bankruptcy
July 15, 2009 Yen & dollar weaken on stock market gains – FOMC meeting today
July 14, 2009 Yen slightly down – US retail sales and PPI news today
July 13, 2009 Dollar and yen up for a second day
July 10, 2009 Euro down as IMF in discussion on aid for Eastern European countries
July 9, 2009 Yen down from a 4 month high
July 8, 2009 Yen at a 6 week high – G8 meeting starts today
July 7, 2009 Yen and dollar rise against the euro
July 6, 2009 Gains for the yen against the euro and dollar
July 3, 2009 Weekly gain for the dollar against the euro
July 2, 2009 Stronger dollar after Chinese remarks – US employment rate today
July 1, 2009 Gains for the Euro – US non-farm payrolls report today
June 30, 2009 Dollar slightly weaker against the euro – US consumer confidence today
June 29, 2009 First rise in 3 days for the US dollar
June 26, 2009 US dollar heads for weekly loss
June 25, 2009 Swiss National Bank tries to weaken franc
June 24, 2009 Yen down against euro and dollar – Fed funds rate to remain unchanged
June 23, 2009 Yen at a 1 month high – CAD at its lowest – Further drop for gold
June 22, 2009 Yen and dollar rise – Little change in oil
June 19, 2009 Euro rises after EU leaders indicate recovery
June 18, 2009 World Bank rises its growth forecast for China
June 17, 2009 Oil on the rise – US core CPI today
June 16, 2009 Yen rebounds – US PPI today
June 15, 2009 Dollar on the rise – Gold drops
June 12, 2009 Yen extends weekly loss
June 11, 2009 Dollar declines on speculation crises is easing
June 10, 2009 Rising demand for riskier assets weaken yen and dollar
June 9, 2009 Yen up a second day – European banks to pass stress test?
June 8, 2009 Yen up from a 1 month low – Pound drops on political turmoil
June 5, 2009 Further loss for the yen – US unemployment rate today
June 4, 2009 Yen weakens vs dollar – Key UK and European data today
June 3, 2009 Encouraging numbers in Autralia – Bernanke testifies today
June 2, 2009 Yen strengthens against euro – Unemployment numbers in Europe
May 29, 2009 Biggest monthly fall for the dollar – US prelim. GDP today
May 28, 2009 Yen falls most in 8 weeks
May 27, 2009 Yen drops on higher U.S. consumer confidence
May 26, 2009 Euro down after 7 day rally
May 25, 2009 Yen weaker after N. Korean nuclear test – Bank holiday in US and UK
May 22, 2009 Dollar falls on speculation US will lose AAA rating – gold at a 2 month high
May 21, 2009 Dollar falls to a 2 month low – bank holiday in much of Europe today
May 20, 2009 Gold set to rise to record high? – FOMC meeting today
May 19, 2009 Higher Asian stocks weaken yen – US building permits today
May 18, 2009 Stronger yen & dollar – GM closer to bankruptcy
May 15, 2009 Euro falls – Biggest drop in German GDP
May 14, 2009 Dollar gains on spurring demand for safety
May 13, 2009 Pound at its highest in 4 months – US retail sales today
May 12, 2009 Euro at a seven-week high against the dollar – US trade balance today
May 11, 2009 Canadian dollar on the rise – Gold extends gains
May 8, 2009 Dollar declines against euro – US unemployment rate
May 7, 2009 ECB set to lower rates today – Australian dollar on the rise
May 6, 2009 Dollar, Yen on the rise in demand for safety as BoA needs more capital
May 5, 2009 Euro falls on rate cut speculation – Oil still at a 5 month high
May 4, 2009 Dollar at a 3 week low – Gains for gold – Bank holiday in UK and Japan
May 1, 2009 Yen falls – Chrylser files for bankruptcy – European markets closed
April 30, 2009 Euro and yen advance on US car industry incertitude
April 29, 2009 Fed to hold off Treasuries and mortgage securities purchases
April 28, 2009 Further gains for the yen
April 27, 2009 Yen rises on US recession and swine flu concerns
April 24, 2009 Pound falls on concern for Britain’s credit rating
April 23, 2009 Major Swiss bank returns to profit and boosts the euro
April 22, 2009 Worries on US bank stress test results boost yen and dollar
April 21, 2009 Yen falls for the first time in 4 days
April 20, 2009 Further loss for the Euro
April 17, 2009 Euro weakens as ECB signals rate cut may come
April 16, 2009 Rally in the pound as confidence in UK economy grows
April 15, 2009 Dollar and yen advance on return to safety
April 14, 2009 Euro halts two days of gain
April 10, 2009 Dollar gains on optimism worst of crises is over
April 9, 2009 Canadian dollar unchanged after unemployment data
April 8, 2009 Decline in the stock market boost demand for shelter
April 7, 2009 Yen climbs after a five month low
April 6, 2009 Yen drops on further crises “easing”
April 3, 2009 Euro falls on speculation ECB is lagging
April 2, 2009 G20 meeting in London starts today
April 1, 2009 Euro declines on jobless rate concern
March 31, 2009 Yen down on lower business confidence
March 30, 2009 Dollar, yen rise against the euro
March 27, 2009 Dollar declines on possible further aid to US carmakers
March 26, 2009 Geithner remarks sends dollar tumbling
March 25, 2009 Dollar extraordinarily strong according to US President
March 24, 2009 Yen falls to a 5 month low against the euro
March 23, 2009 Euro the new currency of choice?
March 20, 2009 Record weekly drop of the dollar against the euro
March 19, 2009 Surprise move from the Fed breaks dollar rally
March 18, 2009 Yen at its weakest level against the euro
March 16, 2009 G20 vow to clean up toxic assets
March 13, 2009 Weekly decline of the yen agains the euro
March 12, 2009 Fear of deepening recession increases demand for refuge currencies
March 11, 2009 Gain for dollar and yen on weaker Chinese exports
March 10, 2009 Dollar and yen weaken as stocks rise
March 9, 2009 Euro slightly higher on speculation ECB will slow rate cuts
March 6, 2009 US unemployment rate published today
March 5, 2009 ECB set to lower rates today
March 4, 2009 Further gains for the US dollar as investors seek refuge
March 3, 2009 Australia unexpectedly halts aggressive round of interest-rate cuts
March 2, 2009 Euro drops as EU rejects aid packages for Eastern Europe
February 27, 2009 ICE Dollar index set for a second monthly gain
February 26, 2009 Yen at a three month low
February 25, 2009 Slight gain for the dollar after Obama’s speech to the Congress
February 24, 2009 Yen at a 12-week low as haven appeal diminishes
February 23, 2009 US government to take larger stakes in domestic banks?
February 20, 2009 Trichet may signal further interest rate cuts in speech today
February 19, 2009 Further rise for the Euro on speculation Germany will take stronger action
February 18, 2009 Slight rise for the Euro after European banks beat forecasted results
February 17, 2009 Euro at a 10 week low
February 16, 2009 Group of Seven nations say global slump will persist for most of 2009
February 13, 2009 Weekly rise for the dollar on fear US plan not enough
February 12, 2009 Dollar and yen to rise further on US plan skepticism
February 11, 2009 US bank rescue plan fails to reassure markets
February 10, 2009 Euro falls on Russian incertitude
February 9, 2009 Yen gains against the dollar and the euro

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