Asian Currencies Consolidate as Safe-Haven Demand May Weigh on Them
Asian currencies consolidated against the dollar. CBA's Kristina Clifton said safe-haven demand for the greenback may weigh on them amid Russia-Ukraine tensions.
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Asian currencies steady as safe-haven dollar demand builds
Asian currencies were little changed in early trade, while strategists said rising Middle East tensions and firmer oil prices could support the U.S. dollar. The Australian dollar, Singapore dollar and won were broadly flat against the greenback.