From the currency perspective, there's definitely been a search for yield. The general weakness in the equity markets hasn't provided any support to regional currencies. -Craig Chan

 

From the currency perspective, there's definitely been a search for yield. The general weakness in the equity markets hasn't provided any support to regional currencies.


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Some of the Asian currencies are following the yen. As the yen goes stronger, then there's some trade influences on those economies.

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There is some talk in the market that the ECB could move today but we think this is unlikely.

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The Bank Negara meeting today (Jan 20) could be a key event. They may wait to hike rates but core inflation is rising and the market is demanding more monetary tightening.

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