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EUR/USD
The Shared currency fell sharply to $1.1207 as market sentiment sours on geopolitical concerns as Russia declared war on Ukraine.
GBP/USD
The Cable pulled back under $1.3600 to trade at $1.3500 amid dovish BoE vibes and geopolitical tensions arising.
USD/JPY
The Japanese yen rallied to 114.60 as investors rushed to safe-haven assets, while Japan PM Kishida said he would work with G7 members and the international community on Ukraine issues.
AUD/USD
The Aussie dollar took a step back to trade at $0.7190 as the risk of conflict dragged on global growth and investment.
USD/CAD
The Canadian dollar fell towards 1.2800 against a cheering up U.S. dollar as Ukraine declared a state of emergency and the West unveiled more sanctions against Russia over its move into eastern Ukraine.
USD/ZAR
The rand nosedived to 15.28 as budget delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana did not meet expectations regarding power cut utilities and how tax receipt will be allocated due to high commodity prices.
USD/MUR
The dollar-rupee climbed another 10 cents to 43.85 (selling) on U.S. dollar strength.
17:30 - USD - Jobless claims
17:30 - USD - GDP
20:00 - EUR - ECB's Schnabel speech
22:00 - GBP - BOE's pill speech
