Gold Futures Ease As Strong US Data Dampens Rate Cut Expectations

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mostly lower today as stronger-than-expected US economic data tempered expectations of an interest rate cut this month, boosting the greenback’s appeal over the precious metal.

Ringgit Rallies Against Greenback On Weak US Data

KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar at Friday’s open, buoyed by continued weakness in US economic data, an analyst said.

Ringgit Advances vs US Dollar Amid Weak US Data And Tariff Concerns

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continues to strengthen against the US dollar on Friday, as the United States (US) economic data points to further weakening amid concerns over tariffs and fiscal policies, an analyst said.

Ringgit Edges Down On Improving US Data

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit marginally depreciated against the US dollar on Wednesday, weighed down by a firmer greenback following an improvement in United States consumer confidence and persistent concerns over global tariff developments.

Ringgit Likely To Trade In 4.26-4.29 Range Next Week - Analyst

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit’s outlook remains positive going into next week, with the currency expected to hover in the 4.26-4.29 range against the US dollar, according to SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes.

Ringgit Slips Against US Dollar On Cautious Sentiment

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Friday as cautious sentiment on the local note offset a weaker greenback following softer economic data in the United States.

Ringgit Set To Hover Between RM4.37 And RM4.38 Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to hover within a tight range of RM4.37 to RM4.38 next week, as markets focus on a series of key US data releases, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.

Ringgit Rebounds Against US Dollar As Weak US Data Supports Rate Cut Expectations

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rebounded against the US dollar at the opening today after a weaker-than-expected US consumer confidence report weighed on the greenback, reinforcing the narrative that monetary policy easing in the United States should remain intact this year.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Winning Streak Amid US Data, Tariff Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended its four-day rally, tracking Wall Street’s Friday sell-off, as investors brace for key US economic data and remain concerned over President Donald Trump’s tariff policy.

Ringgit Likely To Trade On Softer Note Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade on a softer note against the US dollar, remaining within a narrow range next week.

Ringgit Ends Marginally Lower Against Greenback Amid Upbeat US Data

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended marginally lower against the US dollar on the final trading day of the week, pressured by a stronger greenback following upbeat US economic data that exceeded market expectations.

Ringgit Nearly Flat Against US Dollar, Strengthens Against Basket Of Other Currencies

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened nearly flat against the US dollar as the outcome of the two-day Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting and stronger US economic data are expected to remain supportive of the dollar, an economist said.