Dollar and Yen Steady, Trade Uncertainty Continues- 19 November, 2019

Investors remained cautious when it came to the safe haven currencies in anticipation for what is to come of U.S. and China trade talks, causing the dollar and yen to hold on to minimal gains. Tension in Hong Kong offset news that a trade deal is in its final detail stages, leaving traders unsure of their next move. Against the Australian dollar, the greenback regained 0.2% after dipping overnight, last trading at $0.6818. Against the New Zealand dollar, the greenback was 0.1% higher at $0.6419. The dollar was slightly higher against the euro at $1.1074, and the yen reached as high as 108.47 against the dollar. The dollar index was slightly stronger against a basket of currencies at 97.889.