Currencies: Yen blasted; dollar extends gain as claims drop
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January 24, 2013 - 9:56am
The Japanese currency is hammered after a top government official says it’s conceivable the dollar could trade at 100 yen, while the U.S. unit bolsters gains versus major rivals as first-time claims for jobless benefits drop more than forecast.
January 24, 2013 - 9:56am
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