Asian currencies remain steady as the dollar falls amid rate-cut uncertainty, impacting regional currencies. The yen rises as data shows inflation in Tokyo falling closer to the Bank of Japan's target range. The Australian dollar rises due to a significant jump in retail sales in November. The Chinese yuan falls amidst little signs of improving sentiment, while the South Korean won treads water before a Bank of Korea meeting. The dollar index and dollar index futures steady in Asian trade, with Federal Reserve officials pushing back on early policy easing expectations.

Asian Currencies React to Dollar Fall