Local Rubber Market Closes Lower On Stronger Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed lower on Wednesday, weighed down by a stronger ringgit against the US dollar following weak US economic data, said a dealer.

Malaysia's Economic Growth To Remain Resilient In 2025 -- RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain resilient this year, supported by continued progress on multi-year projects, rising household incomes, and easing global monetary conditions, RHB Investment Bank (RHB IB) said.

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.

Local Rubber Market Closes Higher On Weaker Ringgit, Supply Constraints

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed higher on Tuesday, driven by a slightly weaker ringgit and tight natural rubber supply amid the wintering season and forecasts of wet weather in major producing countries.

Ringgit Opens Flat Against US Dollar Amid Uncertainty Over US Tariff Breaks

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded flat against the US dollar at the opening today as mixed signals from President Trump suggested that certain countries might receive tariff breaks when the reciprocal tariffs take effect on April 2, boosting appetite for riskier assets.

Gold Futures End Lower

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today as the upcoming US tariffs annoucement on April 2 is expected to be more selective and targeted than initially feared.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On Late Selling, Cautious Sentiment Ahead Of US Tariff Decision

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed in negative territory today, erasing earlier gains as late selling pressure weighed on the market, while investors remained cautious ahead of upcoming tariff announcements by United States (US) President Donald Trump.

Local Rubber Market Ends Higher On Regional Uptrend

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed higher on Monday, driven by an upward momentum in regional rubber markets, said a dealer.

Ringgit Edges Higher At Opening on Expectations Of Limited Impact From US Tariffs 

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher today on expectations that Malaysia will be among the least affected by the US government's implementation of reciprocal tariffs on April 2, given that the country is seen as having one of the lowest tariff rates.

Bursa Malaysia Starts Flat As Wall St Drags

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened nearly flat, tracking Wall Street’s weaker overnight performance.  

Rubber Market Closes Higher As It Tracks Regional Trend

KUALA LUMPUR, March 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market rebounded to close higher on Thursday as it rode the upward momentum of regional rubber markets and steady benchmark crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Malaysia’s Tech Sector Earnings To Grow This Year Amid Tariff Headwinds -- Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s technology (tech) sector earnings are projected to grow this year, riding on stronger demand and overall recovery in the semiconductor space amid the United States (US) tariff headwinds, said analysts.