Asian currencies held broadly steady against the dollar in early trade as markets reduced expectations for another Federal Reserve rate increase. New York Fed President Williams said one further hike may be appropriate late this year but indicated no urgency after the increase earlier this month. Market pricing for a 25-basis-point move at the next FOMC (Federal Reserve rate-setting committee) meeting in October fell to 49% from 71% previously, CBA's Joseph Capurso said. The dollar was little changed at 1,352.15 won, while the Australian dollar held at US$0.6985, according to LSEG data.