Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of BNM Policy Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Wednesday ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting tomorrow, where policymakers will assess inflation and growth, key factors shaping the outlook for the Overnight Policy Rate.

Ringgit Steady Against US Dollar Ahead Of MPC Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened nearly unchanged against the US dollar from yesterday’s close as markets await the latest decision by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), scheduled for May 7.

Gold Futures End Lower On Hawkish Inflation Signals

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Monday, tracking the softer COMEX gold futures performance, as investors digested hawkish stances on inflation by major central banks.

Malaysia’s GDP Seen To Moderate To 4.2 Pct In 2026 -- MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth is likely to moderate to 4.2 per cent this year, compared with 5.2 per cent in 2025, driven by growing domestic demand alongside still-resilient external demand, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Bursa Malaysia Likely To Trade Range-bound Between 1,700 And 1,730 Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index is expected to trade in a range-bound mode with a cautious bias within the 1,700-1,730 range next week.

Kenanga Investment Bank Maintains 2026 Loan Growth Forecast At 5.0-5.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has maintained its 2026 loan growth forecast at 5.0 per cent to 5.5 per cent, supported by steady household demand as well as supportive labour market. 

HSBC Expects BNM To Hold OPR At 2.75 Pct In May

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd (HSBC) has forecast that Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) would hold its Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) steady at 2.75 per cent in May as Malaysia's economic data remains resilient.

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Weaker Regional Futures, Hawkish Fed Outlook

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The rubber market closed lower today due to weaker regional rubber futures, said a trader.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower at the midday break as investors locked in profits after recent gains across the market, with selling seen in selected utilities, financial services, and technology counters.

US Dollar/Ringgit To Trade 3.95-4.05 In Near Term -- Apex Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Apex Securities expects the US dollar/ringgit pair to trade within the 3.95-4.05 range in the near term.

Understanding Supply Chain Shocks Amid Hormuz Disruptions is ASEAN's Key Challenge

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Understanding how global energy shocks transmit through production and supply chain networks is the key policy challenge for ASEAN economies, particularly in the wake of disruptions linked to the Iran-Strait of Hormuz.

Malaysia’s Inflation Eases To 1.4 Pct In 2025 -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s inflation moderated to 1.4 per cent in 2025 as compared to 1.8 per cent in the previous year, supported by the firmer ringgit, sustained household spending and initiatives by the government.