Indonesian Rupiah Slides Past 17,600 Against US Dollar Amid Global Pressures
The Indonesian rupiah weakened to 17,604 per US dollar on May 15, 2026, driven by rising geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and global oil price hikes. Analysts suggest potential interest rate hikes by Bank Indonesia to stabilize the currency.
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