Malaysian Rubber Market Extends Mixed Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, June 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market extended its mixed performance at the close today, in tandem with regional rubber futures markets and crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Gold Futures End Mostly Higher Amid Tariff Escalation Fears

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mostly higher on Wednesday amid tariff escalation fears following the outcome of the United States (US) President Donald Trump and China President Xi Jinping expected meeting, said an analyst.

Gold Futures End Mostly Higher Amid Tariff Escalation Fears

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mostly higher on Wednesday amid tariff escalation fears following the outcome of the United States (US) President Donald Trump and China President Xi Jinping expected meeting, said an analyst.

Ringgit Eases Marginally Against Greenback After Stronger US Economic Data 

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the greenback at the close on Wednesday after the United States posted stronger economic data.

AM Best Maintains Stable Outlook For South Korea’s Non-life Insurance Amid Regulatory Pressures

KUALA LUMPUR, June 4 (Bernama) -- The stable outlook on South Korea’s non-life insurance segment has been maintained by AM Best, noting a continued refinement of the country’s domestic solvency standards that have helped strengthen insurers’ capital management.

ASEAN Currencies Seen Strengthening This Year As US Dollar Weakens

KUALA LUMPUR, June 2 (Bernama) -- ASEAN currencies are expected to appreciate further this year as global investors diversify away from heavy US exposures, said Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) today.

Concerns Over US Fiscal Position Dampen The Dollar

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Bernama) -- The US dollar continues to weaken, pressured by concerns over the United States (US) fiscal outlook, including rising debt, widening deficits and increased government spending, alongside trade tensions and shifting global investments.

Padini's 3Q Net Profit Rises To RM71.97 Mln On Better Profit Margin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- Padini Holdings Bhd’s net profit improved to RM71.97 million in the third quarter ended March 31, 2025 (3Q FY2025) from RM40.52 million a year earlier, driven by an improvement in the gross profit margin.

US Tariffs Could Cost Malaysia Up To 4 Pct Of Solar Panel Export Value

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) --  Malaysia could lose up to four per cent of the export value of its solar panels if the United States (US) proceeds with its proposed tariffs on solar panel product imports, according to industry observers. 

Ringgit Likely To Trade In 4.26-4.29 Range Next Week - Analyst

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit’s outlook remains positive going into next week, with the currency expected to hover in the 4.26-4.29 range against the US dollar, according to SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes.

Ringgit Slips Against US Dollar On Cautious Sentiment

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Friday as cautious sentiment on the local note offset a weaker greenback following softer economic data in the United States.

Gold Likely To Keep Rallying Until Next Year Amid Global Uncertainties -- UBS

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- UBS Investment Bank remains bullish on gold and expects the precious metal to continue to rally, likely until the second or third quarter of next year, amid global uncertainties.