Rates Outlook: Assessing risk sentiment and data
The dollar-peso exchange rate is testing another all-time high. US labor figures, manufacturing data, and the US-Iran geopolitical tussle will matter this week.
August 26, 2026 by Metrobank
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(Editor’s Note: This outlook is subject to updates.)
Janssen Roman, Investment Counselor, Financial Markets Sector, Metrobank, said markets are looking for any indication that the demand for the dollar will resume upon the release of US economic data. Importers and exporters are advised to watch dollar-peso movements to take advantage of conversion rates.