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Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower Amid Mixed Regional Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower on Thursday amid mixed regional sentiment, as diminishing effects of China's recent monetary policy shifted investors' focus to potential fiscal stimulus measures, according to an analyst.

Ringgit Retreats To 4.13 At Opening As Investors Take Profits

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama)  -- The ringgit retreated against the US dollar on Thursday, taking a breather from recent gains as investors cashed out profits following its considerable appreciation, an economist said.

Ringgit Hits Strongest Level Since June 2021, Rises 0.69 Pct Against USD

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rallied to 4.1275/1310 against the US dollar on Wednesday, marking its strongest level since June 2021.

ADB Raises 2024 Economic Growth Forecast For Developing Asia, The Pacific

JAKARTA, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised its economic growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific to 5.0 per cent this year, up from the previous estimate of 4.9 per cent in April.

ADB Raises 2024 Economic Growth Forecast For Developing Asia, The Pacific

JAKARTA, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised its economic growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific to 5.0 per cent this year, up from the previous estimate of 4.9 per cent in April.

Ringgit Jumps To 34-month High Vs US Dollar After China Unveils Stimulus Measures

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit jumped against the US dollar at the close on Tuesday, reaching its highest level in 34 months after China unveiled a stimulus package aimed at revitalising its economy.

Affin Bank Upbeat On Malaysian Economy Amidst Low Global Recession Possibility

GEORGE TOWN, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd expects Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth to remain healthy at five per cent this year and 5.2 per cent next year amidst the low possibility of a global recession.

Ringgit Opens Higher Vs US Dollar, Revisits RM4.19 Level

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit revisits the RM4.19 level against the US dollar today, with immediate support expected at RM4.07, driven by Malaysia’s lower-than-forecasted CPI increase of 1.9 per cent and a 50 basis point interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve.

Rubber Market Ends Lower In Line With Regional Declines

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed lower today, tracking declines in regional rubber futures markets, amid concerns over a slowing Chinese economy and rising tensions in the Middle East.

BNM's International Reserves Rise To US$117.6 Bln As Of Sept 13

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s international reserves rose to US$117.6 billion as of Sept 13, 2024, from US$116.8 billion (US$1= RM4.2005) as at Aug 30, 2024.

Ringgit Set To Continue Bullish Bias Vs US Dollar Next Week

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is anticipated to move on a continued bullish bias next week, trading at 4.1875 to 4.2025 against the US dollar, said an analyst. 

Bursa Malaysia Set To Trend Higher Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is anticipated to trend higher next week, buoyed by optimism following the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) substantial interest rate cut.