Philippine Peso Recovers Slightly, But Weakness Against Dollar Persists
The Philippine peso briefly recovered to the P62-to-one dollar level on Friday, though it remains near record lows. Signs of improved market sentiment and intervention are noted, but future volatility warrants caution.
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