Gold Futures Close Higher, Tracking US Comex Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today, tracking gains on the US Comex amid improved market sentiment.

Rubber Market Ends Lower On Stronger Ringgit, Heightened Geopolitical Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower today, dragged down by the stronger ringgit versus the US dollar amid mixed advice from regional rubber futures, said a dealer.

Ringgit Closes At 3.96 Vs US Dollar For First Time Since 2018

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit spiralled to breach the 4.00 psychological level at the close today against the US dollar, as the currency extended its uptrend that began last week, reflecting improving sentiment toward the country’s economic fundamentals and policy stability.

Bursa Malaysia Hits Fresh High Since Mid-October 2018, CI Up 1.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its upward momentum to close at its highest level in more than seven years, supported by strong buying interest in blue-chip stocks from both local institutional and foreign investors, an analyst said.

Bursa Malaysia Surges To Highest Level Since 2018 At Mid-Afternoon

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key benchmark index surged to its highest level in more than seven years at mid-afternoon, lifted by the ringgit's continued strength against the US dollar which drew traders' focus towards domestic-oriented sectors, especially the financial services counters.

Gold Could Surpass RM700 Per Gram In Malaysia As Ringgit Continues To Strengthen

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gold price is on track to surpass RM700 per gram going forward, supported by a softer US dollar and as the ringgit continues to strengthen, said analysts.

Ringgit Hits Fresh High Of 3.9665 Versus US Dollar After Lunch Break

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its momentum to trade at 3.9665 against the US dollar after lunch break today, marking a fresh high since May 22, 2018, when it last stood at 3.9655.

OCBC: Upbeat Growth, Encouraging Fundamentals To Boost Investor Confidence In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s fundamentals “remain encouraging,” supported by quality foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, upbeat growth, a wider trade surplus and a clear commitment to fiscal consolidation, said OCBC Group Research.

Anwar Expresses Gratitude As Ringgit Hits Strongest Level In Over Seven Years

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today expressed gratitude over the ringgit’s appreciation against the US dollar, saying “Alhamdulillah” when asked to comment on the local currency’s strongest performance in more than seven years.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher On Foreign Fund Buying

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Monday, extending gains from last week, as foreign funds continued to snap up local shares, reflecting sustained external confidence in the Malaysian market. 

Ringgit Opens At More Than Seven-Year High On Steady OPR

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar on Monday, hovering near its strongest level in more than seven years following a boost in risk appetite amid Bank Negara Malaysia’s decision to maintain the overnight policy rate and a weaker US dollar index.

QL Resources To Develop RM1.3 Bln Food Manufacturing Hub In Perak

BAGAN DATUK, Jan 25 (Bernama) -- Agro-based food manufacturer QL Resources Bhd is creating a food manufacturing hub, QL Innofood Park, through a strategic investment of RM1.3 billion.