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June 8, 2026

Asia FX Talk

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The robust US nonfarm payrolls report has bolstered the US dollar, causing broad weakness across Asian foreign exchange markets. Rising US yields and persistent geopolitical risks are heightening capital outflow pressures for regional economies.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.A stronger-than-expected US nonfarm payrolls report has led to a firmer dollar and higher US yields, creating headwinds for Asian FX.
  • 2.Regional currencies are struggling with US-Iran conflict uncertainty, energy inflation risks, and capital outflows in select emerging economies.

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  • INDICATIVE RATES 5-Jun-2026
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Authors

Lloyd Chan

Securities

DXY

Themes

USD StrengthUS-Iran Conflict

Regions

Asia PacificUnited StatesIndiaIndonesia