PBOC sets USD/ CNY reference rate for today at 6.8650 (vs. estimate at 6.8294)
The PBOC allows the yuan to fluctuate within a +/- 2% range, around this reference rate.Injects 500mn yuan via 7-day ...
Fake news (social media) on an attack on Tehran sent oil up, stocks down. Unwound now.
Traders ready to jump at shadows. And to hit stops 😉
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