Despite positive news about the German economy, the euro dropped by 0.1% to $1.2151, while the US dollar also fell by 0.1% to 103.75 yen.
Bitcoin continued to hold onto its gains after a decline of about $12,000 from its unprecedented peak of $42,000 recorded last week. The cryptocurrency rose by 5.7% to $39,536, following a session peak above $40,000.
