Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Ahead Of Fed Speech

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar and a basket of major currencies on Friday as investors awaited policy signals from the US Federal Reserve (Fed) at the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium later in the day.

Malaysia’s Manufacturing Sector Edges Towards Stabilisation In July -- S&P Global

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s manufacturing sector showed signs of stabilisation in July, with the pace of moderation easing as demand conditions gradually improved, according to S&P Global.

World Bank Revises Malaysia's 2025 GDP Growth Forecast To 3.9 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast for 2025 has been revised to 3.9 per cent, a 0.6 percentage-point downgrade from January 2025’s projection, according to the World Bank’s Global Economic Prospects report.

Rubber Market Closes Lower In Line With Regional Rubber Futures

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market ended lower due to weaker cues from the regional rubber futures markets and soft Chinese economic data, a dealer said. 

Malaysia's Manufacturing PMI Slightly Higher At 48.8 In May 2025 -- S&P Global

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- The seasonally adjusted S&P Global Malaysia manufacturing purchasing manager’s index (PMI) inched up to 48.8 in May, compared to 48.6 in April, signalling a sustained, though softer moderation in operating conditions. 

Malaysia’s Manufacturing PMI Slips To 48.6 In April Amid Weak Demand - S&P

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) eased to 48.6 in April from 48.8 in March, as manufacturers cut back on purchases and drew down stocks of raw materials and finished goods amid a lack of new orders, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence.

Foreign Investors Return To Asian Markets With US$93.8 Mln Net Inflow - MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors returned to the Asian market with a modest net inflow of US$93.8 million last week, after a four-week selling streak with only India and Indonesia registering net foreign inflows.

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.

Malaysia's Feb PMI Rises To 49.7, Highest Since Last August – S&P Global

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- The seasonally adjusted S&P Global Malaysia manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) rose to 49.7 in February 2025, the highest reading since last August, S&P Global said.  

Bursa Malaysia To Remain Cautious Next Week, Likely To Trade Within Tight Range - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, March 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to remain cautious next week, with the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) to trade within a narrow range as investors evaluate key economic developments, according to an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher On Buying Interest In Selected Bluechips

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher today supported by buying interest in selected bluechip utilities and construction counters, analysts said. 

Manufacturing Sector To Sustain Growth On Resilient Domestic Demand, Supply Chain Recovery -- PIVB

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's manufacturing sector is expected to sustain positive growth, supported by resilient domestic demand and gradual improvements in supply chain conditions, according to Public Investment Bank Bhd (PIVB).