51.   Most analysts expect the export-bolstering impact of the weaker German currency to diminish in coming months.

52.   Moreover the dollar against the yen could rise in tandem with the mark if the German currency keeps dropping on Russian concern, he added.

53.   Much of the slowdown has been attributed to the high exchange rate of the German currency.

54.   Moreover the dollar could rise against both the yen and the mark if the German currency keeps dropping because of the situation in Russia, he added.

55.   Neither does the value of the German currency against the U.S. dollar and other trading partners carry inflationary risks, analysts said.

56.   Now the German currency has fallen enough to fuel export-driven growth, while weak demand at home keeps inflation under control.

57.   Political turmoil in Russia hurts the German currency because of close economic ties between the two countries.

58.   Sales of French francs for marks turned into a broader rally for the German currency as investors sold dollars for marks as well, traders said.

59.   Rising demand for marks within Europe often drives the dollar down against the mark as investors seek all opportunities to buy the German currency.

60.   Selling of marks by investors looking for higher returns hurts the German currency.