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Rupiah Falls, Second Weakest in Asia (January 16, 2026)

Adi Ahdiat 19/01/2026 15:42 WIB

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During the period December 31, 2025—January 16, 2026, the rupiah exchange rate against the US dollar fell by 1.21% (YTD), making it the second weakest among 14 Asian currencies.

Percentage Increase/Decrease in Asian Currencies' Exchange Rate against the US Dollar (December 31, 2025 - January 16, 2026)

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Entering 2026, the value of the rupiah continues to weaken against the US dollar.

Based on data from AsianBondsOnline, during the period of December 31, 2025—January 16, 2026, the rupiah exchange rate against the US dollar has fallen by 1.21% (year-to-date/ytd).

This figure makes the rupiah the second weakest among 14 Asian country currencies monitored by AsianBondsOnline.

The only Asian country whose currency is weaker than Indonesia's is South Korea, with a depreciation rate of 2.05% (ytd).

Meanwhile, the highest exchange rate strengthening occurred in the Thai baht, which recorded an appreciation of 0.29% (ytd).

Below is the complete list of percentage increases/decreases in currency values in several Asian countries for the period of December 31, 2025—January 16, 2026, sorted from strongest:

1. Thai Baht: 0.29% (ytd)

2. Chinese Yuan: 0.27% (ytd)

3. Vietnamese Dong: 0.1% (ytd)

4. Malaysian Ringgit: 0.06% (ytd)

5. Lao Kip: 0.05% (ytd)

6. Myanmar Kyat: 0% (ytd)

7. Hong Kong Dollar: -0.18% (ytd)

8. Brunei Dollar: -0.27% (ytd)

9. Singapore Dollar: -0.27% (ytd)

10. Cambodian Riel: -0.3% (ytd)

11. Philippine Peso: -0.68% (ytd)

12. Japanese Yen: -0.89% (ytd)

13. Indonesian Rupiah: -1.21% (ytd)

14. South Korean Won: -2.05% (ytd)

Editor : Adi Ahdiat

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