
The rupiah opened 16 points stronger at Rp18,069 per US dollar, compared with the previous close of Rp18,085. An analyst attributed support to improving domestic sentiment and bargain hunting, while lower oil prices amid hopes for Middle East diplomacy were also noted.
A stronger rupiah can reduce the local-currency cost of imports, including energy, while lower oil prices may ease Indonesia’s import bill. The currency move is modest and driven by market sentiment rather than a new supply change.
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