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EURO-DOLLAR
MNI (London)
EURO-DOLLAR: Rate saw an extended high of $1.1221 in post fix trade Monday
before it settled back around $1.1200 through to the close. With the USD trading
generally soft EUR/USD remained basically buoyed above $1.1200 through Asian
trade (range $1.1198-1.1215). Month-end models have suggested that the USD will
come under pressure at today's fixes, with positioning for this expected event
providing a good proportion of the current USD pressure. Europe expected to
close early for new year which will add to thin conditions at today's fixing
(1600GMT). That said, market is seen sitting short USD's and could be open to
short squeezes during the day, though underlying tone remains USD bearish. 
- Support $1.1200/1.1195, stronger into $1.1170. Resistance $1.1215/25,
$1.1235/40. 
- A light data calendar into year end. US Case-Shiller Home Prices(1400GMT) and
US Consumer Confidence(1500GMT). 
MNI London Bureau | +44 203-586-2231 | john.webb@marketnews.com
MNI London Bureau | +44 203-586-2231 | john.webb@marketnews.com

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