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The ISM manufacturing number was really stronger than expected. Obviously we've seen a sell-off in the U.S. bond market. As read more

The ISM manufacturing number was really stronger than expected. Obviously we've seen a sell-off in the U.S. bond market. As a result of this, people are calling for one or two more Fed moves.

We are seeing a lot of new buying of the Canadian dollar. The central bank continues to tighten and everyone read more

We are seeing a lot of new buying of the Canadian dollar. The central bank continues to tighten and everyone is talking about the election. We expect continued strength in the Canadian dollar.

That is obviously a direct driver of inflation.

That is obviously a direct driver of inflation.

Obviously, a little more tepid than what markets were expecting.

Obviously, a little more tepid than what markets were expecting.

People are falling out of love with the dollar. The U.S. data was on the disappointing side. That doesn't help.

People are falling out of love with the dollar. The U.S. data was on the disappointing side. That doesn't help.