The Effect of Global Economic Uncertainty on Emerging Market Currencies : A Panel Data Analysis

Authors

  • Dato' Sri Anwar Ibrahim Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
  • Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55606/iceb.v3i1.466

Keywords:

Global economic uncertainty, emerging markets, currency volatility, panel data analysis, monetary policy

Abstract

Emerging market currencies are highly sensitive to global economic uncertainty. This study uses panel data analysis to explore the impact of external shocks, such as interest rate changes and geopolitical risks, on currency volatility in 10 emerging economies. Policy recommendations are offered to strengthen monetary stability and resilience.

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Published

2024-06-30

How to Cite

Dato’ Sri Anwar Ibrahim, Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, & Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj. (2024). The Effect of Global Economic Uncertainty on Emerging Market Currencies : A Panel Data Analysis. Proceeding of The International Conference on Economics and Business, 3(1), 54–60. https://doi.org/10.55606/iceb.v3i1.466

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