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USD/CAD a bit higher after the BOC

Bank of Canada left overnight rate at 1.25%, as widely expected. They see higher rates over time but will proceed with caution. USD/CAD jumped, found resistance at 1.265 and then stabilized about 75 pips above pre-release levels. The pair's currently trading right at 200 DMA and above the initial support at 1.26.
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CAD gains along with firm inflation and better risk sentiment

Canada saw some better than expected inflation data on Friday which were welcomed by USD/CAD sellers. The pair would have probably been trading much lower if it weren't for uncertainty regarding NAFTA, U.S. politics and Canadian housing market, all of which keep the Bank of Canada in cautious mode. 1.26 is the initial support and stronger one closer to 1.25.
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CAD bulls forced to cover after not-so-hawkish BOC

Bank of Canada keeps overnight rate at 1.0%. They were upbeat on the economy but expressed caution as regards further normalization of the policy. Market was caught wrong-footed, appears to have been priced for a more explicit forward guidance in light of recent GDP and labour market reports. 1.2625 - 1.2925 range remains in play.
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