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Further Weakness Ahead

August 2006 | Economic Outlook

BMI View: The Taiwan dollar has suffered more than many Asian currencies lately, and looks set to experience further weakness going forward. After breaking below key support at TWD32.70/US$, the unit could trend lower to TWD32.95/US$ and thence

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