Emerging markets: Singapore shares on the rise as other markets fall


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SINGAPORE Oct 16 (Reuters): Asia's emerging currencies and stocks fell on Friday as resurgent Covid-19 infections and stalled progress towards US stimulus dented confidence globally, while Singapore shares drew some support from a rise in the city-state's exports.

Sentiment has taken a hit this week after high-profile Covid-19 vaccine trials were halted, while a political tussle in Malaysia and anti-government protests in Thailand have also steered investors away from riskier assets in the region.

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