UK Manufacturing may move the sterling


Currencies

  • The euro (EUR) gained more than 50 pips and climbed up to 1.3748 against the US dollar (USD). The euro rose as the policy makers of the European Central Bank (ECB) alleged that they control any risk of deflation. 
  • The US dollar (USD) dropped for another day down to 102.73 against the Japanese yen (JPY) and recorded its two week low. Yen appreciated as the Bank of Japan (BoJ) refrained from adding more stimulus measures at the policy meeting today.

Equities

  • The China 50 (CNX) skyrocketed from 6677 all the way up to 6943 during the Asian session. The Chinese index rose on speculation that the government will take any necessary steps in order to support economic growth.

Commodities

  • Soybeans (SOY) declined from 1479 down to 1459 before rebounding back to 1471 bushels. Soybeans swing between losses and gains as the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will report tomorrow the global inventories.

Mover & Shaker with FX Options

  • The British Pound (GBP) advanced more than 100 pips during yesterday’s session against the US dollar (USD). The monthly UK manufacturing production is on the calendar for today and expectations show a change of 0.3%. A higher outcome may drive the pair even higher.

  • Options traders may consider constructing a Bull Call Spread on GBPUSD.
  • A bull call spread can be constructed by purchasing an at-the-money Call and selling an out-of-the-money Call.

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