Wednesday 12 October 2011

Sterling rises one percent on day versus weak dollar



Sterling rose one percent against a broadly weak U.S. dollar on Wednesday, which came under heavy pressure on hedge fund selling and a rise in equity markets, forcing short positions in the pound to be squeezed.

Sterling rose to around $1.5764, its highest since Sept. 16. Traders also said corporate demand for the pound related to dividend payments was helping to push it higher on the day.

read more: Olympus Wealth Management

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