The US dollar on Thursday and early on Friday gained against the most of its peers due to ISM Manufacturing PMI released at 55.4, stronger than forecasts at 52.1 and surprisingly better Jobless Claims. The FED decided not to touch on asset purchases program giving a dovish tone on its statement on Wednesday but there is an extra focus now on economic data until next meeting. Early signs indicate that macros are going to be nicely improved. Next major release is for US Non-Farm Employment for July expected to increase by 184K. The US dollar index after finding support at 81.38 climbed back to previous resistance at 82.12 and breached that during US session rising as high as 82.43, ahead of the NFP the index is more likely to remain unchanged.
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