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forex

British  
/ ˈfɒrɛks /

noun

  1. short for foreign exchange

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Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama reiterated Friday that the government stands ready to take appropriate action in the forex market as needed, emphasizing that she is in close communication with U.S. authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

India's forex reserves have fallen by $38bn since the Iran war began - one of the sharpest declines in the region.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The ringgit’s volatility has also supported forex flows, while credit costs are expected to have been stable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

Treasurys and significant forex reserves in excess of $250 billion.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

A lower rupee could well help bump up India's exports competitiveness and in comparison to past crises, Delhi's comfortable forex cover gives it adequate cushion to tide over the crisis, experts say.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

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