Ringgit's Superlative Performance Driven By Solid Economic Fundamentals Rather Than US Fed Rates – Analysts

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) – The MADANI Government’s bold measures to reinforce the economy has proven to be a positive reset, culminating in the ringgit breaking through the psychological barrier of 4.0 versus the US dollar and reaching a more than seven-year high of 3.99 in intra-day trading.

Malaysia's Economy To Stay Resilient In 2026, OPR Remains Unchanged -- Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain resilient in 2026, supported by robust domestic demand and manageable inflation, leading analysts to expect Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to keep the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged at 2.75 per cent throughout the year. 

Ringgit Likely To Appreciate To 3.94 Against US Dollar By End-2026 - AmBank

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- AmBank anticipates that the ringgit will trade within a range in the first half of 2026, before approaching the 3.94 level against the US dollar in the latter half of the year, supported by Malaysia’s positive economic outlook.

Malaysia's Economy Strong, Continues To Be The Focus Of Foreign Investors - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The country's economy is currently on the right track with Malaysia continuing to be the focus of foreign investors and large companies, said MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Bursa Malaysia's Benchmark Index Ends Higher On Bargain Hunting

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index rebounded to close higher today as investors engaged in bargain hunting at lower levels following yesterday’s profit-taking, in line with gains across most regional markets.

Subdued Inflation Likely To Keep BNM’s OPR At 2.75 Pct In 2026 -- HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent throughout 2026, supported by subdued inflation in 2025 and steady economic growth.

Malaysia December CPI Rises 1.6 Pct, Inflation Remains Subdued

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The slight uptick in Malaysia’s December 2025 consumer price index (CPI) to 1.6 per cent is within normal monthly fluctuations, an academic said.

Malaysia’s Corporate Bond Issuance Seen At RM130-140 Bln In 2026 – RAM Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s corporate bond issuance is projected to reach between RM130 billion and RM140 billion in 2026, remaining above the historical average of RM122 billion, according to RAM Ratings.

Malaysia-US ART Yet To Be Implemented - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia-United States (US) Agreement on Reciprocal Trade  (ART) inked during the 47th ASEAN Summit has yet to come into force as the government is still in the negotiation phase and seeking clear written assurances, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

CPO Futures End Lower, Tracking CBOT Soybean Oil Weakness

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Monday, tracking weakness in the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) soybean oil market, a trader said.

Indonesia’s B50 Delay Opens Short-Term Export Window For Malaysian Palm Oil -- Don

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s decision to delay the implementation of the B50 biodiesel mandate presents Malaysia with a short-term opportunity to increase palm oil exports as the commodity’s price is kept stable by the move, according to an academic.

SME Bank Expects BNM To Hold OPR At 2.75 Pct in 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to keep the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent throughout 2026, while gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to grow by 4.3 per cent, said Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank).