Risk appetite falls as Italian bond auction disappoints - it's time for your FX Fix.
The euro fell against the yen and the dollar after yields at an Italian bond auction came in close to 7 percent. [CNBC]
Italy's lackluster bond sale pared risk appetite and drove the dollar higher. [marketwatch.com]
The British pound hit a 2 1/2 month low against the dollar on heavy sterling offers on electronic trading systems. [Reuters]
The Russian ruble extended its losses against the dollar after the central bank widened its trading band. [CNBC]
Dithering and indecision allowed the EU crisis to become a global threat. [WSJ]
The yuan strengthened as companies raised yuan cash for year-end settlements. [WSJ]
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