Dollar Weakens, Euro Slips

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The dollar slips, the euro loses steam, and Moody's wants Japan to leave the yen alone - time for your FX Fix.

The dollar is weaker against major currencies after the S&P downgrade. [forbes.com]

After indications of European Central Bank bond buying, the euro lifted - but only briefly. [CNBC]

Moody's warned Japan to quit intervening to weaken the yen. [Reuters]

As the Swiss franc hit a new record against the dollar, the Swiss news agency says the government is meeting to discuss the currency's strength. [morningstar.co.uk]

The South Korean won is having its worst day in nine months and other Asian currencies are also weaker as investors pare back risk. [economictimes.com]

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