Philippine Peso Falls Past 63.5:$1 Amid Sustained Dollar Strength
The Philippine peso hit a new record low, closing at 63.52 per dollar despite a larger-than-expected interest rate hike by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. Sustained US dollar strength continues to weigh on the local currency, signaling potential inflationary pressures and increased import costs for the Philippines.
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