Ringgit Weakens Against US Dollar On Profit-taking, Policy Jitters

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit edged lower against the US dollar at Thursday's close, pressured by profit-taking after Wednesday's gains and ongoing uncertainties over US President Donald Trump’s policies.

FBM KLCI Futures End Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Thursday.

SMR 20 Ends Higher On Concerns Over Natural Rubber Supply

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Standard Malaysian Rubber 20 (SMR 20) closed higher today amid concerns over natural rubber (NR) supply due to wet weather, said a dealer.

Bursa Malaysia Pulls Back Amid Broad-Based Selling

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia retreated to close lower today following broad-based selling after a four-day rally, primarily due to profit-taking, amid the mostly weaker regional peers, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Stays In The Red At Midday On Continuous Profit-taking

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained in the red at midday on continuous profit-taking after the recent rally, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Slightly Lower On Early Selling In Heavyweights

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly lower on Thursday dragged down by selling in the heavyweights, particularly Public Bank and Tenaga Nasional.

FBM KLCI Futures Lower In Early Trading

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives were lower in early trading today.

CPO Futures Close Lower On Concerns Over Weakening Demand From India

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Wednesday, weighed down by concerns over weakening demand from India due to cheaper alternatives, a trader said.

Gold Futures Close At 3-month High Amid Renewed US Tariff Threats

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended at its highest level since November 2024 amid renewed tariff threats from United States (US) President Donald Trump, who announced preparations to impose a 10 per cent tariff on Chinese imports. 

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar Supported By Decline In Malaysia's Inflation

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by data showing a decline in Malaysia’s inflation rate, said an economist.

KL Rubber Market Mixed As Traders React To US Tariff Proposal On China

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) – The local rubber market displayed mixed trends as sentiment turned bearish after US President Donald Trump hinted at his intention to impose 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese imports from Feb 1, a dealer said.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar For Third Consecutive Day

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger for the third consecutive day against the greenback, supported by a decline in the US Dollar Index (DXY) as investors awaited further cues from the White House regarding developments in trade policy.