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Forex: $159.19 to one US dollar
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Forex: $159.19 to one US dollar

From Jamaica Observer · () English

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  • The US dollar weakened against the Jamaican dollar on Friday, June 12, 2026, trading at $159.19, a decrease of 16 cents.
  • The Canadian dollar saw an increase, closing at $114.33, while the British pound slightly decreased to $213.51.
  • The article also briefly mentions other unrelated news items, including international banking awards for National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited, higher half-year profits for Scotia Group Jamaica Limited, Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti's confidence in his team, and the US Justice Department's approval of Paramount Skydance's deal to buy Warner Bros.

The United States dollar depreciated against the Jamaican dollar on Friday, June 12, 2026, closing at $159.19, down 16 cents from its previous trading value. This information comes from the Bank of Jamaica's daily exchange trading summary.

In contrast, the Canadian dollar experienced an appreciation, ending the trading day at $114.33, up from $113.61. The British pound saw a slight decline, trading at $213.51 compared to $213.65 previously.

The Jamaica Observer's report also touches upon several other distinct news items from June 12, 2026. These include National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited receiving international banking awards, Scotia Group Jamaica Limited reporting increased half-year profits, Brazil's football coach Carlo Ancelotti expressing confidence in his World Cup-capable team, and the US Justice Department approving Paramount Skydance's $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Additionally, the report notes Canada's draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup finals and student-athletes competing in the Jamaica Table Tennis Association's 2026 Preparatory event.

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