Does a rise in interest rates really cause a currency to strengthen?
Whenever a central bank of any country raises interest rates, a common follow-up question is whether that country’s currency will “strengthen.” Theoretically, the answer is yes—but in practice, it’s more complicated. We can’t say with 100% certainty that an interest rate hike will always result in a stronger currency. Why do higher interest rates tend […]
An impact on Thail Economy after the Fed reduce the interest rate for the first time in years
The 0.5% cut in interest rate by the Federal Reserve (Fed) last week was the first rate cut in four years. This decision was made amid lower inflationary pressure and a stronger US economy, affecting both at home and internationally, especially in Thailand.
