Canadian Dollar climbs as US data signals recovery

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Source: Bloomberg
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Canadian currency appreciated reaching 2-week record high as US economic data indicated that Canada's most significant trading partner is making progress. Consumer confidence and jobless claims showed better than expected figures. Loonie gained 0.6% to C$1.0203 per US Dollar Toronto evening trade. Currently USD/CAD is trading at 1.0200.

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