Brazil currency swap surprises commentators
Wed, 31 May 06 14:00 pm
In what came as a surprise to financial commentators, the central bank of Brazil has held a currency swap.
Dollar down following US policy rumours
Tue, 30 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar was lower against other world currencies this morning, amid talk that the US president is in talks to amend the country's currency policy.
Dollar steady ahead of inflation reports
Fri, 26 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar has regained some of its strength on Friday, but the upward trend was a cautious as many traders wait for the announcement on interest rates.
Euro falls on rate confusion
Thu, 25 May 06 14:00 pm
The euro fell against the dollar and ten other currencies as conflicting economic reports from within the eurozone added to doubts the expected interest rate rise will not be as steep as anticipated.
Asian currencies fall on bird flu fears
Wed, 24 May 06 14:00 pm
A World Health Organisation (WHO) report that has found limited human-to-human transmission of bird flu in Indonesia has seen the region's currencies fall against the dollar as investors fear a pandemic and the knock-on economic fall out.
Yen strengthens on ratings upgrade
Tue, 23 May 06 14:00 pm
The pound fell slightly as the dollar made gains but held firm against the euro. News that Japan's debt rating may be updated has strengthened the value of the yen against the dollar.
Dollar rises on interest rate speculation
Mon, 22 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar rose against the euro as speculation abounds that a US government report will show faster than expected economic growth, pushing the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates.
Eurozone growth fuels rate rise speculation
Fri, 19 May 06 14:00 pm
Economic growth in France and the rise of the euro against the dollar has fuelled speculation that the European Central Bank will raise interest rates next month.
Breton keen to curb euro's strength
Thu, 18 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar increased slightly against the euro in the last 24 hours, following assertive comments from French finance minister Thierry Breton.
Euro stumbles, as Slovenia joins the club
Tue, 16 May 06 14:00 pm
The euro fell in the last 24 hours, dropping against the yen, amid news of a new entrant to the countries using the single currency.
Dollar slides in face of commodity price uncertainty
Mon, 15 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar continued to slide against the euro and the Chinese yuan in US trading on Tuesday with the Chinese currency rising to its highest level in a decade.
Sterling climbs ahead of hectic week
Sun, 14 May 06 14:00 pm
The pound climbed slightly today ahead of a busy week of corporate and economic data in the UK.
Sterling soars on strong economic data
Fri, 12 May 06 14:00 pm
The pound enjoyed a solid day yesterday which set it up well for Friday, after some positive news from the manufacturing sector.
Dollar recovers as Fed raises rate
Thu, 11 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar enjoyed a recovery from recent lows as the Federal Reserve pushed the interest rate up and hinted at further hikes.
Dollar gets the jitters ahead of Fed meeting
Wed, 10 May 06 14:00 pm
The US dollar has proved jittery in the last 24 hours, although with a lack of data analysts are debating the significance of the movement.
Dollar gains as Fed prepares to meet
Tue, 09 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar has gained ahead of this week's major announcement from the Federal Reserve over the likely trajectory of the interest rate.
Pound climbs as dollar continues to slide
Mon, 08 May 06 14:00 pm
The pound has remained steady, while the dollar is continuing to prove fragile amid speculation US interest rates will soon come to an end.
Dollar expected to bounce back on jobs data
Fri, 05 May 06 14:00 pm
The dollar has continued to face pressure from the euro today, but some analysts are confident of a more positive picture emerging in the coming weeks.
Sterling buoyant as rate stays on hold
Thu, 04 May 06 14:00 pm
Sterling enjoyed a positive reaction this afternoon as the currency continued to prove buoyant. The dollar stood at 1.8476 to sterling this afternoon, while the euro was at 1.4574 against the pound.
Pound climbs as dollar falters
Wed, 03 May 06 14:00 pm
The pound is continuing to enjoy a strong performance, nearing medium-term highs against the dollar.
Currencies steady ahead of corporate info
Tue, 02 May 06 14:00 pm
This week sees a number of firms prepare to release details on their performance, as the markets pick up activity after the British bank holiday.
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