Asian stocks, currencies slip as investors scale back rate cut views


ASIAN equities and currencies fell on Friday on expectations of a gradual easing of interest rates after the U.S. Federal Reserve's rate outlook triggered a rally in the previous session, with currencies on track to end the week lower.

A sharp drop in China's yuan and stocks also soured investor mood in the region.

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