Ringgit Closes Easier Against US Dollar as War Uncertainty Keeps Investors on Edge

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed easier against the US dollar today after gaining ground yesterday, with market sentiment remaining cautious amid President Trump’s unpredictable stance on the US-Iran conflict, leading to constant changes in risk appetite among traders and investors.

Ringgit Weakens Against US Dollar, Other Currencies amid West Asia War

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit weakened against the US dollar and other currencies at Thursday’s close as uncertainties over the conflict in West Asia triggered a risk-off mode in financial markets.

Ringgit Softens vs US Dollar As Markets Await Clearer Signs Of Iran War De‑Escalation

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit weakened against the US dollar and other major currencies at Wednesday’s close on cautious sentiment as investors await clearer signs of de‑escalation in the Iran war.

Ringgit Closes Higher As Tension In Strait Of Hormuz Eases

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its upward momentum on Tuesday, closing higher against the US dollar as news of some ships being allowed safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz eased demand for safe haven assets and lifted regional currencies.

Ringgit Opens Firmer Versus US Dollar On Improved Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today, buoyed by improved global sentiment as market participants reacted positively to developments in the oil market.

Economy Remains Resilient, BNM Assessing Potential Risk From Middle East War - Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economy remains resilient despite rising global uncertainty arising from the escalating conflict in the Middle East, and Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is closely monitoring developments as the situation continues to evolve.

Ringgit Opens Nearly Flat Against US Dollar Amid Cautious Fx Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit was nearly flat against the US dollar at Friday’s open as foreign exchange sentiment stayed cautious amid no signs of the Middle East crisis easing over the past week.

Ringgit Opens Higher But Remains Under Pressure, Geopolitical Risks Lift US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar today but is expected to remain under pressure amid mounting geopolitical tensions, with traders continuing to favour the greenback as a safe-haven asset.

Ringgit Edges Higher Vs Greenback As Risk-off Mood Persists

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, even as risk-off sentiment prevailed amid the ongoing military conflict in the Middle East.

Ringgit Eases As Prevailing Risk-off Sentiment Weighs On Local Currency

KUALA LUMPUR, March 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Monday, as prevailing risk-off sentiment weighed on the local currency amid heightened uncertainty over the conflict in the Middle East.

Ringgit Ends Mostly Higher Vs ASEAN Peers But Lower Against US Dollar

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed mostly higher against ASEAN currencies on Friday but eased against the US dollar and other major currencies as traders remained cautious amid geopolitical risks and uncertainties over US tariffs.

Ringgit Ends Higher Against US Dollar Amid Tariff, US-Iran Deal Uncertainty

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Thursday amid uncertainty over US tariff policy and US-Iran talks.