Canadian dollar strengthens to 5-month high as oil rallies

USD/CAD Daily Chart

The Canadian dollar strengthened to a five-month high against its U.S. counterpart as oil prices rose and major railroad operators focused on restoring service. The loonie traded 0.3% higher, after rising 0.8% to end previous week.

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The Dollar-Yen pair traded sideways in the last session. The MACD is giving a positive signal.
Support: 142.5233 | Resistance: 147.4233