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DXY
▼ Likely negativeRelevance: low
| Market | Currencies |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/15/2026 | 101.98 |
| Change that session | -0.53% |
USD/JPY
▼ Likely negativeRelevance: low
| Market | Currencies |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/15/2026 | 157.995 |
| Change that session | -0.21% |
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