Concerned over sell-off of US stocks dollar falls to week's lows
The dollar fell to one-week lows against major European currencies on Wednesday amid growing concerns that the recent sell-off in US stocks could have negative implications for economic growth in the United States.

Euro tries to make much of dollar's distraction
The dollar kept eerily calm on Wednesday even while dealers were questioning how long it could stay aloof from the carnage taking place in US equities.

US Treasuries firmin early trading; all eyes on stocks
The US Treasuries edged higher in early trading Wednesday as worries that the US Stock Indices will extend their recent slide spurred safe-haven buying of low-risk government debt.


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