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[^3]\n\nThe US dollar index slid down toward the 99 handle this week as global financial markets reacted to shifting economic conditions. [^4]\n\nJittery price movements continued amid lingering concerns about another potential intervention by authorities. [^5]\n\nNon-resident deposits accounted for the bulk of the mobilization, contributing around $127 billion. [^6]\n\nBank of Japan officials dropped heavy hints about another interest rate hike, causing speculation that Japanese policymakers might raise borrowing costs soon. [^7]\n\nSpot gold pushed higher, trading firmly above 4,400 dollars per ounce as a weaker greenback made bullion cheaper for overseas investors. [^8]\n\nThe ten-year Treasury yield dropped back down toward 4.75 percent after buyers emerged following a punishing multi-week bond selloff. [^9]\n\nU.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed support in late August for Japan's steps to address the undervalued yen. [^10]\n\nThe rupee is expected to find further support from gains in Asian currencies and a retreat in the dollar index, which has fallen below 99.50. 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