Singapore’s key exports surged 11.6% in November, well above expectations, driven by strong growth in pharmaceuticals and electronics.

Over in Japan, exports rose 6.1%, led by robust demand from the US and Europe, even as shipments to China fell.

Still in Asia, the Indian rupee hit fresh record lows, highlighting continued currency pressures across emerging markets. 

On Market View, Alexandra Parada speaks to Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Equity Research at Maybank Securities, to discuss more about the day’s biggest market movements.