Currency funds maintain positive returns in August

US dollar down as safe-haven demand shifts to euro and yen

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Currency funds experienced a positive August, with returns of 0.40% month-on-month, as investors sought safety in the euro and yen amid speculation of a US rate increase.

The US dollar was down in August as safe-haven demand for the currency shifted towards the euro and the yen amid a devaluation of the renminbi, falling commodity prices and ongoing speculation about a Federal Reserve rate hike.

"Looking ahead, managers believe the USD, JPY and EUR remain favoured as safe havens, and commodity

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