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Rubber Market Ends Lower On Stronger Ringgit, Heightened Geopolitical Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower today, dragged down by the stronger ringgit versus the US dollar amid mixed advice from regional rubber futures, said a dealer.

OCBC Raises 2026 Gold Forecast To US$5,600 Amid Stronger‑than‑expected Momentum

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Gold prices are set for an upward revision, with the forecast raised to US$5,600 per ounce by the end of 2026, up from the previous estimate of US$4,800, reflecting recent developments and stronger‑than‑anticipated persistence rather than a reassessment of the underlying narrative, said OCBC Group Research.

Gold Futures Likely To Trade Lower Next Week Amid Profit-taking Activities

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade lower next week amid profit-taking activities following easing geopolitical tensions.

Rubber Market Expected To Move Sideways Next Week 

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is expected to move sideways next week as buying is limited to immediate needs and replenishment, according to industry expert Denis Low.

CPO Futures Slips On Weaker Global Oil, Soybean Markets

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives snapped three days' gains to end lower on Friday due to weaker crude oil and soybean oil prices, said a trader.

Economic Confidence Lifts Ringgit Versus US Dollar, Major Currencies At The Close Today

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit broke through the key psychological level of 4.00 against the US dollar, touching a more than seven-year high of 3.9992 earlier today, buoyed by a robust outlook for Malaysia’s economy, easing geopolitical tensions, and the decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate.

Beyond Insights Symposium Reframes How Malaysians Turn Megatrends Into Investable Decisions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The Beyond Insights Symposium 2026 brought together global technology leaders, financial technology (fintech) pioneers and market strategists to examine how fast-evolving megatrends are reshaping markets. 

Bursa Malaysia Bullish On OPR Status Quo, Easing Geopolitical Tensions

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Positive sentiment surrounding the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) status quo, coupled with easing geopolitical uncertainty, supported the Bursa Malaysia benchmark index in closing higher today.

Bank Negara Maintains OPR At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent during its meeting today.

Bursa Malaysia Starts Lower Amid Geopolitical Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Wednesday, tracking weaker overnight cues from Wall Street as escalating geopolitical tensions over the Greenland takeover dampened investor sentiment.

Ringgit Edges Up Against US Dollar, Major Currencies In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally firmer against the US dollar and other major currencies on Wednesday, supported by modest demand, as traders remained cautious and monitored ongoing economic developments.

Gold Futures Extend Upward Momentum Amid Escalating Geopolitical Tensions

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended their upward momentum on Tuesday, closing higher as market sentiment was further supported by escalating trade tensions between the United States (US) and the European Union.