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Record Lows Sweep Asian Currencies as Oil Spike Revives Risks

Energy Markets & PricesCurrency & FXEmerging Markets

Oil prices have risen back above $120 a barrel, increasing pressure on some of Asia’s most fragile currencies, several of which are trading at all-time lows. The move is negative for import-dependent emerging markets by worsening external balances and FX stress, with potential spillovers across regional assets.

Analysis

Oil prices have risen back above $120 a barrel, increasing pressure on some of Asia’s most fragile currencies, several of which are trading at all-time lows. The move is negative for import-dependent emerging markets by worsening external balances and FX stress, with potential spillovers across regional assets.

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Market Sentiment

Overall Sentiment

moderately negative

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-0.40