Turbulence in Emerging Markets: Currencies and Stocks Poised for Gains

Emerging market currencies and stocks edged up on Friday, concluding the week on a positive note. Investors are keenly awaiting the U.S. inflation report and keeping an eye on developments in U.S. tariff negotiations.

The dollar index decreased by 0.2%, hitting levels last observed in February 2022. Market players anticipate a softer stance from the U.S. Federal Reserve on monetary policy, following speculations about President Trump contemplating changing the Fed chair prematurely.

Meanwhile, the U.S. finalized a trade agreement with China and reached a deal to expedite rare earth exports, signaling potential forthcoming deals, especially with India, as EU leaders review new U.S. trade proposals.

(With inputs from agencies.)