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Euro skyrockets amid softer US confidence
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EUR/USD trades higher near the 1.1400 area on Tuesday, gaining around 0.3% as the US Dollar (USD) weakens following softer United States (US) consumer-confidence data.
The US Dollar Index falls toward 101.30, helping the Euro extend its recovery.
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index declined to 90.8 in July from an upwardly revised 92.2 in June.
The Present Situation Index fell for a third consecutive month to 114.9, while the Expectations Index remained unchanged at 74.7 and stayed below the level generally associated with recession concerns.
The central bank highlighted resilient industrial activity, stronger foreign demand and growing exports, while consumer spending probably remained at least stable.