
An HSBC strategist said geopolitical uncertainty, inflation risks and expectations that U.S. interest rates will remain relatively high are supporting the dollar. The strategist also said the ringgit has held up comparatively well, citing Malaysia’s more balanced energy position, including partial oil self-sufficiency.
A firmer dollar can make dollar-priced feed imports more expensive for buyers whose currencies weaken, while Malaysia’s relative resilience could limit that pressure there. The article offers a broad currency outlook rather than a specific change in agricultural supply or demand.
After 2,356 past bullish macro events, US Dollar (Broad) moved a median +0.2% over 5 sessions (60% higher; middle half -0.3% to +0.7%), and +0.4% over 20.
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