USD/CAD retreats from peaks

FXStreet (Edinburgh) - The greenback is giving away part of the initial gains vs. its neighbour on Wednesday, now sending USD/CAD to the 1.2625/20 band.

USD/CAD boosted by BoC dovishness, USD strength

The Canadian dollar extends its decline following a renewed offered tone from the crude oil and the recent dovish appreciations by BoC’s Wilkins (Tuesday). Adding to the upside, the US dollar sees its demand revived amidst increasing concerns around Greece and the Ukraine.

USD/CAD levels to consider

At the moment the pair is gaining 0.44% at 1.2630 with the next resistance at 1.2700 (psychological level) ahead of 1.2772 (high Feb.2) and finally 1.2799 (2015 high Jan.30). On the other hand, a breach of 1.2428 (low Feb.9) would open the door to 1.2394 (low Feb.5) followed by 1.2390 (low Feb.4).

Risk exists for a USD strength to slow against EUR and JPY – Rabobank

According to Jane Foley, Senior Currency Strategist at Rabobank, risk exists that US policy makers might push back against USD strength this year, which might slow the pace of potential moves in USD/JPY and EUR/USD.
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USD/CAD poised to take another run at 1.28 – TDS

Shaun Osborne, Chief FX Strategist at TD Securities, views USD/CAD likely to break above its recent consolidation and make a move towards 1.28 levels.
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