Philippine Peso Hits New Record Low of 62.59 vs. US Dollar
The Philippine peso slumped to a new record low against the US dollar, closing at 62.59 on Friday. Despite easing inflation, a strong dollar, elevated US Treasury yields, and domestic political uncertainties weighed on the currency. The central bank signaled a continued bias toward higher interest rates to combat inflation.
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