Friday, May 4, 2007

Indonesian Rupiah at Four-Month High as Demand for Stocks, Bonds Increases

(Bloomberg) -- Indonesia's rupiah strengthened to the highest in four months against the dollar as overseas investors increased purchases of the nation's stocks and bonds.

The rupiah led gains among the 15 most-actively traded Asia Pacific currencies this week as the country's equity index reached a record and 10-year bonds gained for a 14th day. The central bank sees a ``strong possibility'' of an interest-rate cut next week, Deputy Governor Hartadi Sarwono said, spurring speculation lower borrowing costs will help boost economic growth.


Read more at Bloomberg Currencies News

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