In the last half hour the Speaker of the US House reiterated her call for aid to US automakers. Prices have turned lower on the aftwermath, though it’s tough to draw a direct line of causation…
EUR/USD is easier in its range after a quick squeeze up toward 1.2590 about an hour ago. Bids are eyed ahead of 1.2500 amid modest speculation a barrier option may be in play. Barriers down toward 1.2300 are confirmed.
Share prices are down about 2.5% with 15 minutes to go into the close.
