KINGSTON, Jamaica — The US dollar demonstrated a slight upward trend in Jamaica’s foreign exchange market on Wednesday, October 8, closing at $161.61, marking a modest increase of five cents compared to the previous day. This data was reported in the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. In contrast, the Canadian dollar experienced a decline, ending the day at $116.06, down from its previous close of $116.35. Similarly, the British pound also saw a dip, settling at $215.80, a decrease from $216.31. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of currency markets and the varying performance of major global currencies in Jamaica’s financial landscape.