Ringgit Opens Higher As Greenback Weakens On Softening US Economic Outlook, Tariff Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today as the greenback weakened on a softening US economic outlook and amid uncertainties over reciprocal tariffs scheduled to be announced by the United States later today, said an analyst.

Cautious Aidilfitri Spending Despite Stable Economy, Labour Market

PUTRAJAYA, March 30 (Bernama) -- Economic uncertainty is shaping Malaysians' spending habits this festive season, with consumers adopting a cautious approach despite stable economic conditions.

Ringgit To Continue Trading Within 4.42-4.43 Range Against Greenback Next Week

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is likely to continue remaining in a narrow range within a similar trajectory of RM4.42 to RM4.43 against the US dollar next week due to the shortened trading week following the Hari Raya Aidilfitri public holiday, which is expected to be celebrated on Monday, March 31.

Ringgit Closes Marginally Lower Against US Dollar Ahead US PCE Data

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended marginally lower against the US dollar on Friday, ahead of the United States (US) personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index data for February, which is due today. 

Foreign Investors Shift To Safer Malaysian Assets Amid Market Volatility

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- Volatile stock markets, driven by global economic uncertainties and shifting policies, have unsettled investors, prompting a shift towards domestic money market funds in search of stability.  

Ringgit Rises As US Policy Uncertainty Weighs On Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued to strengthen against the US dollar at the opening, as rapid shifts in US economic policies under President Donald Trump’s administration created uncertainty within the business community, potentially dampening demand.

Consistent Savings Simplify Hajj Planning

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- The recent announcement of Lembaga Tabung Haji’s (TH) 2024 profit distribution has brought joy to depositors, especially with Hari Raya Aidilfitri approaching.

Ringgit Ends Lower Against Greenback Due To Tariff Concerns

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit weakened against the US dollar today alongside other ASEAN currencies as traders and investors are anxious about the reciprocal tariffs to be imposed by the United States (US) government on April 2.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Vs USD As Trump Tariff Talks Intensify

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded marginally higher against the US dollar at the opening amidst intensifying market talks on the impact of the United States’ (US) tariff on the global economy, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.

Ringgit Ends Higher Against US Dollar Despite Global Uncertainties

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar today despite having to contend with greater uncertainties from abroad.

Ringgit Gains At Open, Boosting Appeal Among Emerging Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar this morning as investors viewed Malaysia’s political and policy stability favourably among emerging markets, boosting the currency’s appeal amid mixed global sentiment.  

Ringgit Ends Marginally Lower Against US Dollar

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended marginally lower against the US dollar on Tuesday as the greenback strengthened on the back of upbeat US economic data.