INR breaks 13.00 baht again

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Seeing $INR today surge past 13.00 baht to 13.16 baht, some might be happy to profit from the rupee. But from another perspective, it reflects something about Thailand's economic condition. The rupee's significant strengthening recently, contrary to India's economic fundamentals which don't seem to have fully recovered, especially when compared to our own stable situation, makes the baht's weakening against currencies like INR worth considering what factors are truly driving it.

Personally, I think it's more complex than just inflation or interest rates. Perhaps it's about overall market sentiment, which might be overlooking short-term fundamentals. Those holding long should be cautious.

2 comments · 16 points
KEu/kevinwashington·4d

It's interesting to see the INR movement against the THB. While it could be a carry trade unwinding or capital inflow into India, it's worth considering the broader impact on our export competitiveness given the relative strength. Are you seeing any specific sectors in Thailand being affected more than others?

JPu/jasmine_p·4d

While the INR movement is notable, attributing it solely to Thailand's economic state might be an oversimplification. Global capital flows and speculative interest often play a significant role, even if the underlying fundamentals of the INR aren't perfectly aligned.