Ringgit Opens Higher vs USD On Weaker US Economic Data

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald and Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar after the United States (US) reported weaker economic data, suggesting that the case for rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve (Fed) and the prospects for a reduction in the Fed Fund Rate remain intact, an analyst said.

CPO Futures Rebound On Soybean Oil Gains, India’s Renewed Purchases

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives rebounded to close higher, driven by gains in soybean oil and market optimism over India’s renewed palm oil purchases to replenish stocks.

KL Rubber Market Ends Lower Amid Trade Tensions, Weaker Oil Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed lower on Wednesday, pressured by declining regional rubber futures due to escalating US-China trade tensions, said a dealer.

Maybank IB Raises 2025 TIV Forecast By Five Pct To 790,000 Units

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 5 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank (Maybank IB) has raised its total industry volume (TIV) forecast for this year by five per cent to 790,000 units, up from its previous estimate of 750,000 units.

CPO Futures Decline Amid Weaker Soybean, Crude Oil Prices

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives fell on Tuesday, reversing the gains made the previous day.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Higher On Bargain Hunting

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher on Tuesday as bargain hunting continued in most index-linked counters, led by financial services, analysts said. 

KL Rubber Market Ends Mixed

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market turned mixed on Tuesday, influenced by weaker regional rubber futures market performance and declining benchmark crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Malaysia To Ensure Plantations Have Enough Workers For Consistent Production -- Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government, through the Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK), is committed to ensuring oil palm plantations have sufficient workforce so that production remains consistent and is not adversely affected.

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday On Continued Bargain Hunting

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained higher at midday today, supported by continued bargain hunting in most index-linked counters, analysts said.

Manufacturing Sector To Sustain Growth On Resilient Domestic Demand, Supply Chain Recovery -- PIVB

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's manufacturing sector is expected to sustain positive growth, supported by resilient domestic demand and gradual improvements in supply chain conditions, according to Public Investment Bank Bhd (PIVB).

Vendors Struggle With Coconut Shortage, Price Hikes Ahead Of Thaipusam

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- As Thaipusam approaches, vendors across Malaysia face significant shortages and price hikes of key festival essentials, particularly coconuts and flowers, creating challenges for vendors and devotees alike.

Subsidies, Logistics Key To Stabilising Coconut Prices During Thaipusam, Says KLSICCI President

By Naveen Prabu Kuppusamy

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- Ensuring stable prices for essential food items like coconuts during festive seasons requires continuing support through both subsidies and logistical measures, says Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KLSICCI) president Nivaas Ragavan.