Ringgit To Remain Cautious Next Week Ahead Of Malaysia, US Policy Moves - Economist

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is likely to trade in a cautious mode next week as investors will focus on the monetary policy decisions domestically and from the United States (US), said an economist.

BNM Likely To Cut OPR By 25 bps On July 9, By-passing MPC May Meeting - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd anticipates Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to cut the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points (bps) to 2.75 per cent on July 9, 2025, by-passing the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in May.

BNM's OPR Decisions Based On Measured Approach, Not Preemptive -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 26 (Bernama) -- Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) takes a measured approach in managing the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR), describing it as a powerful policy instrument that should be used only when circumstances warrant it.

CIMB Sees Possible OPR Cut In July Amid Growth Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- CIMB Investment Bank Bhd (CIMB) expects Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to cut the overnight policy rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent in July, citing growth concerns following tariffs imposed by the United States (US) on Malaysia and its key trading partners.

CGS International Revises Malaysia 2025 GDP Growth To 4.2 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd has revised Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast to 4.2 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) from 4.6 per cent previously, below the official 4.5-5.5 per cent estimate.

BNM To Ensure Monetary Stability Amid Global Challenges

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) – Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will remain steadfast in ensuring monetary stability to support sustainable economic growth in the long term.

BNM: Inflation Likely To Trend At Manageable Level Of 2.0-3.5 Percent In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- Inflation is expected to trend higher between 2.0 per cent to 3.5 per cent this year compared to an average of 1.8 per cent in 2024, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

Ringgit Rises For 5th Day As US Tariff Uncertainty Weighs

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar for the fifth consecutive day as uncertainties over US tariff policies prompted traders and investors to steer clear of riskier assets, an analyst said.   

OPR Aligns With Malaysia's Economic Prospects — BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- The following is an interview with Bank Negara Malaysia Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour following March’s Monetary Policy Committee meeting:  

BNM Maintains OPR At 3.0 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent at its meeting today.

BNM Seen Holding OPR At 3 Pct – Economists

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia is expected to keep the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 3.00 per cent during its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting today, amid a stable interest rate environment, economists said.  

Thai Central Bank Lowers Key Policy Rate To 2 Pct Amid Economic Slowdown

BANGKOK, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Bank of Thailand’s (BOT) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has voted to cut the policy rate by 0.25 percentage points, bringing it down from 2.25 per cent to 2.00 per cent, effective immediately, in a bid to stimulate economic growth.