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Currencies steady as markets await U.S. interest rate decisions

The U.S. dollar held near its lowest point in more than a year against a basket of currencies. This stability in the dollar comes as traders await crucial signals from the Federal Reserve on the expected interest rate cuts next month. Meanwhile, the British pound and the euro are trading close to multi-year highs, reflecting the market’s focus on U.S. economic data and its implications for future monetary policy. In early Asia trading, cryptocurrency Bitcoin took a hit, dropping after breaching the support level. This move underscores the continued volatility in the cryptocurrency market, even as traditional currencies remain relatively stable. Read more to find out the latest news of the currency markets here.

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Disclaimer:

Traders should closely monitor upcoming economic reports and Fed communications for more clues on the future direction of US monetary policy, while keeping to a risk management plan in navigating the markets.

Publication date:

2024-09-02 16:58:58 (GMT)

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