Dollar nudges lower on the day amid mixed market mood
AUD/USD — All Desk Targets
| Firm | Stance | YE 2026 |
|---|---|---|
Société Générale | Bullish | 0.7120 |
Scotiabank | Bullish | 0.7500 |
Commerzbank | Bullish | 0.7100 |
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The dollar is trading on the softer side in European morning trade, nudging lower despite an absence of any major catalysts. The dollar drop comes amid a mixed mood in broader markets, so that's not giving a consistent look in the final stretch of the week. USD/JPY is down 0.2% t
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