Currency ETFs try to reflect the performance of a single currency or a basket of currencies. ETF providers structure their currency funds to try to reflect the movements of a currency in a foreign exchange market by holding foreign currencies directly, foreign currency denominated short-term debt instrument, derivatives or swaps.
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“We see the cash US Dollar Index (DXY) prices bouncing back strongly in recent sessions. The DXY is now back above previous support of 94.00. The recent close above the 20-day moving average suggests that a near-term low may be in place. Prices have been testing the 50-day moving average over the past several sessions. A close above the average could be a signal of further near-term strength,” adds OptionsExpress.
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PowerShares DB U.S. Dollar Index Bullish Fund
