RTRS: Dollar extends losses vs yen after durables, job data
The dollar extended losses against the yen on Thursday after data showed orders for U.S. durable goods fell by more than expected in December, adding to worries about a deepening U.S. recession.
A separate report showed U.S. weekly jobless claims also increased by more than expected in the latest week.
The dollar fell to 89.70 yen from about 89.90 yen before the data. It was about 0.7 percent weaker from late Wednesday.
The dollar edged higher against the euro, though, with the single currency moving to $1.3115 from about $1.3130.
