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Euro hits 17-month low as French debt fears widen; dollar strengthens
The single currency fell to US$1.1161 in Asian trading on Monday, its lowest since May 2025, while the US dollar index neared April 2025 highs.
Vietnam's State Bank Hikes Reference Rate as Dong Slides
The State Bank of Vietnam increased its official exchange rate by 0.05% to VND25,636 after the dong slid against the US dollar earlier this week, with Vietcombank selling at VND26,190.
US Treasury Yields Climb as Jobs Report Tempers Fed Hike Bets
US 10-year Treasury yields rose to 5.281% on Friday, 2 October 2026, after September's nonfarm payrolls added a lower-than-expected 29,000 jobs.
India Bank Lending Rates Mixed, Deposits Cheaper in August
The Reserve Bank of India reported varied movements in commercial bank lending rates for August 2026, with outstanding loan rates easing slightly while fresh loan rates edged up. Deposit rates concurrently declined.
Reserve Bank of India's Overnight Reverse Repo Auction Undersubscribed
The Reserve Bank of India accepted ₹33,770 crore in its one-day variable rate reverse repo (VRRR) auction today, significantly less than the ₹1,00,000 crore offered.
US Dollar Nears Two-Month High as Fed Hike Odds Rise
The dollar index reached 101.2 on Tuesday, recording its best monthly performance since June, as Treasury yields climbed and markets priced in over 70% chance of an October Federal Reserve rate increase.
Reserve Bank of India Absorbs ₹1.98 Trillion from Money Market
The central bank's liquidity operations on 27 September included Marginal Standing Facility at 5.50% and Standing Deposit Facility at 5.00%.
BOJ Policymakers Debated Faster Rate Hikes in July Meeting
Minutes from the Bank of Japan's July policy meeting reveal some officials pushed for quicker interest rate increases, citing escalating inflation risks.
Vietnamese Dong Weakens on Black Market Against US Dollar
Vietnam's unofficial exchange rate saw the dong trade at VND26,000 to the US dollar on Saturday, a 0.27% depreciation, while Vietcombank maintained its official rate.
Japan's Katayama signals joint FX intervention readiness as yen hits 158
Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama affirmed principles for coordinated currency action with the US, following the yen's dip past 158 per dollar despite a Bank of Japan rate hike.
India's RBI sets T-bill yields up to 6.0895% at latest auction
The Reserve Bank of India fully allocated ₹24,000 crore in short-term government debt across three tenors on 23 September, with the 364-day bills yielding 6.0895%.
RBI Drains ₹2.28 Trillion from India's Money Markets
The Reserve Bank of India withdrew a substantial ₹228,546 crore from the financial system on 21 September 2026, pushing overnight money market rates to an average of 5.12 per cent.
RBI Absorbs ₹71,971 Crore in Overnight Reverse Repo
The Reserve Bank of India accepted all bids for its one-day variable rate reverse repo operation on 22 September 2026, aiming to withdraw ₹75,000 crore from the banking system.
US Fed Rate Hike Shifts Singapore T-Bill Outlook
The Federal Reserve lifted its benchmark interest rate to 3.75–4 per cent on Wednesday, prompting varied forecasts for Singapore Treasury bills and broader asset classes.
US Dollar Gains Against Vietnamese Dong in Unofficial Trade
Unofficial exchange points in Vietnam reported the greenback trading 0.23% higher at VND25,880 on Saturday, while Vietcombank maintained its official rate.
BoJ hikes rates to 31-year high, yen falls against Singdollar
The Japanese currency fell over 1 per cent against both the Singapore dollar and US dollar after the 25 basis point increase to 1.25 per cent.
Bank of Japan Hikes Rates to 1.25%, Yen Softens
Tokyo's central bank raised its policy rate by 25 basis points to a 31-year high on Friday, prompting a 0.5 per cent weakening of the yen against the US dollar as Asian equities advanced.
Japanese Yen Hits 7-Month High on BOJ, Fed Rate Hike Bets
The Japanese yen reached a seven-month high against the US dollar this week. Markets anticipate Bank of Japan policy tightening and unwinding of carry trades, driving the yen's strength. Investors also monitor upcoming Federal Reserve and European Central Bank rate decisions.
RBI to Absorb ₹5 Trillion in Overnight Reverse Repo
The Reserve Bank of India plans to absorb ₹5 trillion from the banking system on September 9, 2026. This overnight variable rate reverse repo operation manages current liquidity.
Asian Markets Eye Gains as Oil Falls, BOJ Rate Hike Looms
Equity futures for Japan, South Korea, and Australia point higher today, following a Wall Street rally and easing inflation fears as Brent crude dipped below US$105.
RBI Absorbs ₹6.7 Trillion in Liquidity as Overnight Rates Stabilise
India's central bank pulled significant funds from the banking system on 15 September, while overnight money market volumes reached over ₹7 trillion at a 4.80% weighted average rate.
India's RBI reports ₹6.73 trillion in overnight market activity
The central bank injected ₹4.05 trillion into the system through repo and marginal standing facilities, according to its September 11 data.
Vietcombank Raises Dollar Price 0.08% Against Dong
The US dollar strengthened against the Vietnamese dong on Tuesday, with Vietcombank selling the greenback at VND26,200, as global dollar gains reflected Federal Reserve rate hike expectations.