FXstreet.com (Córdoba) - The euro popped to fresh daily highs against the dollar after the latest string of US data came mostly in line with expectations and amid comments from French President saying that all will be done to defend and protect the euro.

EUR/USD rose over 30 pips in a matter of minutes and touched its highest level since last Friday at 1.2319. At time of writing, EUR/USD is quoting at the 1.2310 area, recording a 0.4% gain on the day.

Immediate resistances are seen at 1.2340, followed by 1.2390 and 1.2410. Meanwhile supports could be found at 1.2250, 1.2210 and 1.2170.