Aussie gains on retail sales

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The Australian Dollar hit two month record high versus greenback on Wednesday as government statistics showed country's retail sales advanced more than expected in May. Aussie jumped versus US Dollar to USD 1.0320, the highest reading since May 3 but slightly retreated later and traded at USD 1.0287. Currently AUD/USD is trading at 1.0284.
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