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DXY
▼ Likely negativeRelevance: medium
| Market | Currencies |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/19/2026 | 101.98 |
| Change that session | +0.20% |
USD/CAD
▼ Likely negativeRelevance: medium
| Market | Currencies |
|---|---|
| Close on 10/19/2026 | 1.41108 |
| Change that session | -0.20% |
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