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Dollar rises after claims data, bitcoin continues rally

FOREX-Dollar rises after claims data, bitcoin continues rally US initial jobless claims rise less than expected Bitcoin continues climb toward $100,000 Safe-haven yen strengthens on Ukraine conflict, Ueda comments Updates with afternoon trading By Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK, Nov 21 (Reuters) - The dollar rose to a 13-month high in choppy trading on Thursday as investors assessed the latest labor market data and comments from Federal Reserve officials for the path of interest rates, while bitcoin
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US recap: Dollar climbs to one-year high

BUZZ-COMMENT-US recap: Dollar climbs to one-year high AUD/USD- Bulls survive a scare but aren't out of the woods Yen may get another lift from Japan data Friday Nov 21 (Reuters) - The dollar index rose to a one-year high on Thursday following upbeat U.S. data and Fed comments, while concerns about growth in the euro zone and the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict weighed on the euro.
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Dollar rises after claims data, bitcoin climb continues

FOREX-Dollar rises after claims data, bitcoin climb continues US initial jobless claims rise less than expected Bitcoin continues climb toward $100,000 Yen strengthens on Ukraine conflict, Ueda comments Updates to midmorning US trading By Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK, Nov 21 (Reuters) - The dollar rose in choppy trading on Thursday as investors assessed the latest data on the labor market and comments from Federal Reserve officials for the path of interest rates, while bitcoin continued its march
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FX options wrap - Policy clues and USD warnings

BUZZ-FX options wrap - Policy clues and USD warnings G10 FX Option implied volatility is well supported by bouts of risk aversion relating to Russia/Ukraine that's underpinning the USD and JPY. The benchmark 1-month expiry is also benefiting from the inclusion of policy announcements from the U.S. and Japan on Dec. 18-19 . USD/JPY was under pressure after the latest comments by BoJ governor Ueda on Thursday, which highlights the sensitivity of this pairing to any clues about impending policy .
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USD/JPY downside warning from the FX options market

BUZZ-COMMENT-USD/JPY downside warning from the FX options market Nov 21 (Reuters) - The latest price action in FX option markets should send a fresh warning to USD/JPY traders about the perceived potential for deeper FX declines. There's been renewed demand for FX option implied volatility and JPY call/USD put options that would benefit from USD/JPY spot losses and implied volatility gains .
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When might the BoJ offer more policy clues?

BUZZ-COMMENT-When might the BoJ offer more policy clues? Nov 21 (Reuters) - JPY-related FX and options markets remain focused on any clues regarding the Bank of Japan's policy trajectory. Recent speculation and market moves underline the high sensitivity to potential signals, but when might the BoJ provide clearer hints? Market reaction to Ueda's speech on Monday USD/JPY spot fell initially, while FX option implied volatility and downside strike premiums rose ahead of Bank of Japan Governor Kazu
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EUR/JPY downtrend intact, rallies likely anomalies

BUZZ-COMMENT-EUR/JPY downtrend intact, rallies likely anomalies Nov 21 (Reuters) - Despite rallies like that seen Wednesday, the EUR/JPY downtrend looks to be intact. With the European Central Bank still in rate-cutting mode and the Bank of Japan likely to hike again in December, the prognosis is for continuing EUR/JPY moves to the downside. The ECB is seen cutting its policy refinance (and deposit) rate 25 basis points to 3.00% in December and to 2.00% or lower by end-2025 nL6N3MK0LE , nL1N3MR0
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US recap: EUR/USD down amid Ukraine-Russia stress

BUZZ-COMMENT-US recap: EUR/USD down amid Ukraine-Russia stress Nov 20 (Reuters) - The euro slumped on Wednesday as risk appetite deteriorated on growing concerns about escalating global tensions following Ukraine’s launch of British Storm Shadow cruise missiles into Russia. Markets will also turn their focus to equities with Nvidia earnings after the close.
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USD/JPY bulls must contend with geopolitical angst

BUZZ-COMMENT-USD/JPY bulls must contend with geopolitical angst Unstable geopolitics are giving yen bulls an opportunity. EUR/JPY lost its earlier gains, the S&P opened lower, and Treasury yields dropped following reports that Ukraine launched UK Storm Shadow missiles into Russia, heightening geopolitical uncertainty. However, the yen's safe-haven appeal is limited when compared to the U.S.
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FX options wrap - Billions, euro warning, BoJ risk, yuan view

BUZZ-FX options wrap - Billions, euro warning, BoJ risk, yuan view FX option implied volatility retreated from the peaks seen amid Tuesday's bout of risk aversion, but the pullback was limited. EUR/USD is still mired in billions of euros of soon-to-expire option strikes between 1.05-1.06 , which is helping to limit and contain FX. However, price action indicates an ongoing perceived threat of more EUR/USD losses , with renewed demand for EUR puts/USD calls via risk reversals.
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FX options show potential for USD/JPY 160 before 150

BUZZ-COMMENT-FX options show potential for USD/JPY 160 before 150 Nov 20 (Reuters) - Price action in forward looking FX options can offer clues about the perceived outlook for a currency pair as demonstrated by USD/CNH and EUR/USD on Wednesday. Price action in USD/JPY options is clearly concerned about downside, especially around the December Bank of Japan announcement , but isn't ruling out a 160.00 test, prior.
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Billions in FX option strikes strangle EUR/USD

BUZZ-COMMENT-Billions in FX option strikes strangle EUR/USD Nov 20 (Reuters) - Soon-to-expire FX option strikes attract the most cash - related hedging flows which can help to restrict volatility and contain the FX spot price. There are billions of euros of nearby EUR/USD strikes expiring this week and they continue to grow. EUR/USD has reverted toward 2.4 billion euros of 1.0540-50 strikes that expire at 10 a.m.
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USD/JPY rebounds with JPY on back-foot again overnight

BUZZ-USD/JPY rebounds with JPY on back-foot again overnight USD/JPY, most JPY crosses rebound overnight, JPY weak across the board From 153.96 in Asia and plunge to 153.28 in London, up to 154.80 in NY Still relatively bid in Asia today between 154.55-74 EBS Thin conditions, heightened geopolitical situation, spec buys behind rally Many offshore funds also nearing end of fiscal year, related flows?
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Dollar higher, boost to safe-haven currencies fades

FOREX-Dollar higher, boost to safe-haven currencies fades Safe-haven currencies rise after Russia's nuclear doctrine update Lavrov's comments ease nuclear war fears, calming market sentiment Dollar index rises on Fed rate cut expectations and geopolitical risks Updates to afternoon trading By Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK, Nov 19 (Reuters) - The dollar index rose on Tuesday, after an initial boost to safe-haven currencies such as the greenback, Swiss franc and yen prompted by an announcement by Rus
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US recap: EUR/USD steadies as Ukraine fears subside

BUZZ-COMMENT-US recap: EUR/USD steadies as Ukraine fears subside Nov 19 (Reuters) - The dollar was mixed on Tuesday as safe-haven flows abated after Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Russia will do everything possible to prevent the breakout of nuclear war. Markets had been put on edge earlier after Russian President Vladimir Putin lowered the threshold for a nuclear strike in response to a broader range of conventional attacks, and Moscow said Ukraine had struck deep inside Russia wit
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Safe-haven currencies strengthen after Russia adjusts nuclear doctrine

FOREX-Safe-haven currencies strengthen after Russia adjusts nuclear doctrine Safe-haven currencies rise after Russia's nuclear doctrine update Lavrov's comments ease nuclear war fears, calming market sentiment Dollar index rises on Fed rate cut expectations and geopolitical risks Updates to morning US trading By Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK, Nov 19 (Reuters) - Safe-haven currencies saw increased demand on Tuesday, with the U.S.
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FX options wrap - Central banks and Russia threat boost prices

BUZZ-FX options wrap - Central banks and Russia threat boost prices After easing from peaks amid a slight decline in demand for USD and USD calls, FX option implied volatility got a renewed boost on Tuesday from the inclusion of major central bank meetings on a key expiry date and risk-aversion sparked by news from Russia. Having moved to Dec. 19, the benchmark 1-month option expiry now includes policy announcements from the U.S., Britain and Japan.
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Huge options can influence EUR/USD this week

RPT-BUZZ-COMMENT-Huge options can influence EUR/USD this week Repeat removes mention of Monday strikes which have now expired Nov 18 (Reuters) - With little significant data before Friday's Eurozone PMIs, huge FX option strike expiries and their related FX hedging flows may dominate EUR/USD trading this week. Those trading FX volatility via FX options will typically neutralise any exposure to the currency pair with an opposing cash position and these flows can increase and potentially draw/conta
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December's Fed and BoJ flash up on FX options radar

BUZZ-COMMENT-December's Fed and BoJ flash up on FX options radar Nov 19 (Reuters) - The benchmark 1-month FX option expiry date is now Dec. 19 and includes both the U.S. and Japanese policy announcements, with related pricing suggesting the Bank of Japan may pose a greater FX volatility risk. Volatility is a key yet unknown parameter of an FX option price, so dealers use implied volatility as a stand-in.
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Dollar strengthens against yen on Bank of Japan's hike uncertainty

FOREX-Dollar strengthens against yen on Bank of Japan's hike uncertainty BOJ governor flags gradual hikes but vague on timing Dollar holds near one-year high Eyes on Trump's Treasury pick Updated at 2:19 p.m. ET/ 1919 GMT By Chuck Mikolajczak NEW YORK, Nov 18 (Reuters) - The dollar rose against the yen on Monday to resume its recent ascent after Japan's top central bank official signaled further monetary policy tightening was o n the horizon , but was vague on the timing of any such hike.
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