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Global tensions force euro higher

LONDON -- The euro hit a three-year high against the dollar late last week on heightening risk aversion among investors as global political tensions mounted.

Greenback recovery continues apace

The US dollar has brushed aside negative sentiment but this week’s data releases will be pivotal for the currency, says Shahab Jalinoos, currency strategist at UBS Warburg

Rate cut turns market anti-dollar

NEW YORK -- The US dollar hit three-month lows against several major currencies last week, triggering a welcome return of volatility to the markets after months of range trading.

China FX emergence continues

BEIJING -- The liberalisation and development of China’s FX market is continuing, presenting banks with a potentially lucrative new market.