EPISODE · Jan 26, 2026 · 2 MIN
Possible US-Japan joint intervention sends USD falling, SGD hits 11-year high
from BT Market Focus · host The Business Times
Market news for January 26, 2026: Yen surges as intervention risks lurk; Singapore dollar hits 11-year high against greenback; Malaysian ringgit hits highest since 2018 on AI, growth optimism; Gold tops US$5,000 as global upheaval fuels precious metals rally; UOB shares retreat 3.3% after reaching record high. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written by: Emily Liu ([email protected]) Produced and edited by: Chai Pei Chieh & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities --- Follow Market Focus Daily and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Amazon: bt.sg/mfam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/mfap Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp YouTube Music: bt.sg/mfyt Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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