Asia FX slides on hawkish Fed expectations; rupee hits record low near 96/USD

Investing_ng | 15-05-2026 04:57pm |

Asian currencies experienced a decline as expectations of a hawkish stance from the Federal Reserve influenced market sentiment. The Indian rupee reached a record low, trading near 96 against the US dollar, reflecting heightened concerns over monetary policy shifts. This depreciation is part of a broader trend affecting various currencies across the region, as investors react to potential interest rate hikes by the Fed.

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