The greenback hit a 24-year high of 139.59 against the yen in early Asia trade, a gain of about 0.5% on the previous day’s close. Expectations for a 75-basis-point U.S. rate hike at next month’s Federal Reserve meeting are rising on the back of solid economic data, with Fed funds futures last pointing to a 73% chance of such an increase.
SIP additions at a six-month high amid rising churn
In August, the number of new accounts for systematic investment plans (SIPs) soared to a six-month peak, marking significant activity. Nevertheless, the year-on-year growth showcased
September 21, 2026