Asian foreign exchange markets remain under pressure as rising US yields weigh on regional currencies

Thailand Business News - Oct 19, 2026

Strong US dollar, elevated Treasury yields, and high oil prices pressure Asian currencies. Indian Rupee, Indonesian Rupiah, and Thai Baht are most vulnerable. RBI measures may help INR; MUFG maintains 2026 forecasts for USD/IDR and USD/THB.

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