Analysts at TD Securities, (TDS), explained that the market sentiment was moderately upbeat through a sluggish North American session with US markets closed for Independence Day.
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“The TSX posted a 0.4% rally on light volumes while Canadian rates saw a muted selloff that pushed yields 1.5-2.5 bps higher across the curve.”
“FX markets were likewise quiet, with the USD mixed against G10 currencies.”
“Scandies (SEK: +0.5%, NOK: +0.3%) led the complex while GBP (+0.3%) benefited from strong services PMI.”
“EUR (unch) climbed back from intraday lows after Bloomberg reported that some policymakers think markets are underpricing the risk of a rate hike before December 2019.”
“Governor Carney’s speech, German factory orders and FOMC/Banxico minutes will provide a signal for markets on Thursday.”