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US Presidential Race
Dollar rises to highest since July as Trump takes early lead
The close contest has elevated volatility in markets.
22 days ago
Global review
Geithner sees 'dark shadows' for next president, warns on US dollar
Two US Treasury secretaries who navigated the GFC said next administration will inherit a vibrant economy with "dark" challenges.
August 02, 2024
Global Economy
Asian currencies can withstand a rampant US dollar
There are good grounds for confidence in an eventual rebound in Asia
May 09, 2024
Malaysia
Ringgit’s fall to 26-year low sparks Bank Negara's verbal reply
'The recent performance of the ringgit, similar to other regional currencies, has been influenced by external factors'
February 20, 2024
Currencies
BoJ's further loosening of grip on yields disappoints yen bulls
The yen quickly weakened beyond the 150 mark against the US dollar
October 31, 2023
Forex
Dollar surge is bringing 'pseudo tightening' to Southeast Asia
Indonesia is keeping a tight leash on liquidity by selling bills; Malaysia’s interbank rate has risen to the highest since July.
September 28, 2023
Global Economy
The dollar is the fortress China struggles to breach
The dollar is not just integral to world commerce, but is increasingly important
August 29, 2023
Global Markets
No, the US dollar's dominance is not ending anytime soon
The USD has become so entrenched that it would take a lot to persuade enough actors to shift out of it
May 11, 2023
Currencies
A reality check for renminbi
The internationalisation of the renminbi is well underway
April 12, 2023
Silicon Valley Bank fallout
SVB's collapse shows the world's favourite safe asset isn't risk-free
Uncle Sam has always been seen to be good for the cash
March 30, 2023