U.S. industrial production
Dollar Stronger on this Day of Important Developments
July 15, 2015
The dollar hit a high of $1.0954 per euro, strongest since July 7 and 4.4% above its June 18 low. The euro has also weakened against sterling is is barely remaining above 0.7000 per pound. Compared to Tuesday closing levels, the dollar has risen 0.7% against the Swiss franc, 0.5% versus the kiwi, 0.4% vis-a-vis […] More
Dollar Gains as Week Draws to a Close
May 15, 2015
The dollar advanced broadly overnight, appreciating by 1.3% against the Swiss franc, 1.1% relative to the Australian dollar, 0.5% versus the euro and loonie, 0.8% vis-a-vis the kiwi, 0.4% against the yen, 0.2% versus sterling and o.1% against the yuan. The Japanese Nikkei climbed 0.8%, but share prices fell 1.8% in China, 0.7% in South […] More
Weekend Elections in Greece and France
June 15, 2012
Greek elections on Sunday have captivated the market’s attention. G20 sources claim that central banks have contingency plans to handle inadequate market liquidity afterward. Investors have to wonder if the reports are adequate and if officials really have the means to combat market volatility. France holds the second round of parliamentary elections on Sunday as […] More
