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Emerging FX Gains as ‘Bessent Put’ Burnishes Carry Trade Appeal

Thursday, August 20, 2026


Emerging-market currencies reached record levels following a decline in the U.S. dollar. Oil prices rose during the same period. South Korea's technology stocks led gains among developing-nation equities.

Original reporting: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-20/emerging-fx-gains-as-bessent-put-burnishes-carry-trade-appeal

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