03 Feb 2026 | News & Feature

TFP W3 2026: All down when King Dollar stands

  • The recent pressure in the Indonesian market may have been aggravated by broader weakness across Asian markets, driven by the US government’s signalling of its preference for a stronger USD.
  • A robust growth outlook and stronger returns have solidified the US market as a global liquidity sink, adding to the strength of the USD.
  • The “Dollar debasement” trade may turn out to be less crowded following the credible Fed chairmanship nomination.