The dollar strengthened as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady next month, despite a mixed U.S. jobs report. Meanwhile, Japan’s finance minister hinted at currency intervention to combat a weakening yen, which has hit multi-month lows. The euro and sterling saw minor movements against the dollar, with market focus also on Britain’s upcoming budget.
The dollar strengthened as investors anticipate the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady next month, despite a mixed U.S. jobs report. Meanwhile, Japan’s finance minister hinted at currency intervention to combat a weakening yen, which has hit multi-month lows. The euro and sterling saw minor movements against the dollar, with market focus also on Britain’s upcoming budget. by Soban News (international And National News)