Dollar weakens on inflation report

Courtesy Economic news - CNNMoney.com  Tue, 06/17/2008 - 11:28

The dollar fell against most major foreign currencies Tuesday as a key inflation measure rose by the highest amount in seven months, and whispers circulated that the Federal Reserve will not raise rates to combat rising prices.

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