71.   The dollar gained against the yen and the mark amid optimism that robust economic growth and relatively high interest rates will lure global investors to U.S. assets.

72.   The dollar gained against the yen as investors bet the U.S. central bank will raise interest rates next week after a report showing rising consumer prices there.

73.   The dollar gained against the yen on more signs of currency market turmoil in Southeast Asia.

74.   The dollar gained less against the yen because of concern Japanese officials oppose further gains by the dollar.

75.   The dollar gained more against the mark thanks to comments from Bundesbank officials.

76.   The dollar gained strength against the deutsche mark and Japanese yen.

77.   The dollar has also gained ground against the deutsche mark.

78.   The dollar often gains during times of political turmoil as currency traders seek a haven.

79.   The market also got a boost when the dollar gained against the Japanese yen and the German mark.

80.   The New Zealand dollar gained against the U.S. dollar as offshore investors bought the domestic currency to pay for purchases of government securities.