The LFB submits:

Overall, the sell-off from the equity markets had a major influence on the pound and on the aussie, but interestingly, it had only limited effects on the euro and swissy. Driven by risk-aversion, the yen broke below the 86.00 area, to reach the lowest value since 1995.

Thanksgiving Day has been historically very quiet in the financial markets over the last four years of trading, but today it proves to be a huge exception. Ahead, the market has some major uncertainties since the U.S. session is closed, but the volatility seen throughout the European session might attract some major players into the futures market.

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