Philippine Peso Hits New Record Low Against US Dollar Amid Oil Surge and US Tariffs
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Philippine Peso Hits New Record Low Against US Dollar Amid Oil Surge and US Tariffs

The Philippine peso has weakened further against the US dollar, hitting a new record intraday low. Factors contributing to the depreciation include surging global oil prices and new tariffs imposed by the United States, with analysts also pointing to Middle East tensions and seasonal import demand.

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  • Peso hits fresh record-low 61.847 to US dollar

    The Philippine peso hit a fresh record low against the US dollar, closing at 61.847 on Thursday. Escalating tensions in the Middle East, which drove up crude oil prices, fueled concerns over imported inflation.