Bank Indonesia Relaxes FX Rules to Rein in Most-Volatile Rupiah

Bank Indonesia is relaxing rules on derivatives in an attempt to double their role in the onshore foreign-exchange market by 2020 and rein in swings in Asia’s most-volatile currency.

Rupiah Falls to 3-Month Low on Widest Trade Deficit Since July

Indonesia’s rupiah extended its drop to a three-month low after the nation reported the widest trade deficit in nine months.

Philippines bubble risks under control: Finance Secretary

Record low interest rates in the Philippines have raised concerns over potential asset bubbles in Southeast Asia's fastest growing economy, however the country's finance secretary said these risks are under control.