Morning Bid: Central bank fever builds, saps risk appetite

Asian markets face cautious sentiment ahead of key interest rate decisions from the Fed and Bank of Japan. Stocks are down, and emerging currencies are struggling.

Bank of Thailand to hold rates this year, economists split on next cut - Reuters poll

The Bank of Thailand is expected to maintain its interest rate at 2.25%, with economists divided on future cuts amid rising inflation and economic concerns.

Foreign outflows hit Asian bonds in Nov on Trump policy concerns, dollar's rise

Asian debt markets saw net foreign outflows for the first time in seven months, totaling $1.92 billion, as Trump’s trade policies and strong dollar influenced investor sentiment.

Bearish bets maintained on Asian FX as US tariff fears intensify: Reuters poll

Bearish positions against the South Korean won and Indian rupee rise due to concerns over U.S. tariffs affecting emerging markets and political turmoil in South Korea.

Thailand expects to distribute $4 billion in handouts in Q2 next year

Global central bank easing cycle grinds along in October

Central banks worldwide are lowering rates in October, highlighting the influence of the U.S. election on future monetary policy amid ongoing easing cycles.

Thai cbank sees no need for inflation target change, no easing cycle ahead

Analysis-'No excuses': Thai central bank rate cut intensifies pressure on PM to spur economy

Thailand's central bank cuts interest rates for the first time since 2020, as economic challenges persist. Prime Minister Paetongtarn faces pressure to stimulate growth and manage inflation.

Long positions pile on Chinese yuan, Asian FX bulls maintain momentum: Reuters poll

Thai businesses urge central bank to take measures to stabilise baht

Thai businesses are urging the central bank to stabilize the strengthening baht, which could impact exports and growth, amid an upward revision of economic forecasts.