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Potential US tariffs to put pressure on currencies of export-oriented economies: analysts 

In contrast, domestic-driven economies’ currencies could be this year’s top performers, market observers say

Tan Nai Lun
Published Mon, Jan 13, 2025 · 05:00 AM
    • Consistent strength in the US dollar may also be driven by a widening growth differential between the US and the rest of the world.
    • Consistent strength in the US dollar may also be driven by a widening growth differential between the US and the rest of the world. PHOTO: BT FILE

    THE currencies of export-oriented economies will likely see the most pressure in 2025, amid a strong US dollar and possible US trade tariffs, market observers said.

    These include the South Korean won, Malaysian ringgit, Singapore dollar, Taiwanese dollar and the Thai baht.

    “We foresee (that) the biggest risks will be posed by US tariffs and potential induced retaliations and trade barriers,” said Li Lin, head of global markets research for Asia at MUFG.

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