0726 GMT - The euro rises ahead of the European Central Bank's policy decision later in the day. The ECB is largely expected to keep rates on hold when it announces its decision at 1215 GMT but markets are pricing in an 84% chance of a 25 basis-point rate rise in September, LSEG data show. Investors will be keen to hear the ECB's response to the renewed rise in oil prices stemming from the escalation in the U.S.-Iran conflict. The ECB is likely to cement the prospect of a rate rise in September, although the euro is unlikely to benefit much since this is largely priced in, Commerzbank's Antje Praefcke says in a note. The euro rises 0.2% to $1.1427. (renae.dyer@wsj.com)

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