Ringgit Opens Mixed Against Regional Peers Amid Stronger US Jobs Data

KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened mixed against regional peers and was mostly firmer against major currencies today, amid cautious market sentiment following stronger-than-expected United States jobs data.

Ringgit Ends Firmer Vs Major Currencies, Eases Against Greenback

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended mostly higher against major currencies but eased against the US dollar on Tuesday as market participants await further developments in West Asia negotiations between the United States (US) and Iran.

NIF To Support Malaysia’s Long-Term Economic Goals - MIDA

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The New Incentive Framework (NIF) reflects a broader shift towards encouraging investments that contribute more meaningfully to Malaysia’s long-term economic priorities, according to Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).

SMEs Urged To Upgrade Capabilities, Embrace ESG Standards Under NIF

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must upgrade their capabilities and embrace rising global competitiveness and environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards under the New Investment Framework (NIF) to remain integrated within the global supply chains, said an economist.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Against USD Amid West Asia Developments

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Tuesday as market sentiment continued to focus on developments in West Asia.

Ringgit Closes Lower Amid Cautious Sentiment Over China Data, FOMC Minutes

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Monday, as cautious sentiment prevailed in the foreign exchange market.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Against US Dollar Amid Cautious Market Sentiment

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, May 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Monday although cautious sentiment persisted amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

MADANI Microfinancing Initiatives Strengthen Economic Resilience During Uncertainties

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The MADANI government’s microfinancing initiatives strengthen Malaysia’s economic resilience during periods of geopolitical uncertainty by preserving liquidity and supporting domestic economic activity, particularly among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Ringgit Set To Trade Between 3.94 And 3.96 Against US Dollar Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within a narrow range of between RM3.94 and RM3.96 against the US dollar next week.

Gold Futures To Trade Between US$4,500 And US$4,600 Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives could linger between US$4,500 and US$4,600 per troy ounce next week.

Ringgit Closes Mostly Higher Against Major Currencies On Strong GDP Data

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed mostly higher against major currencies after Bank Negara Malaysia announced that Malaysia’s economy expanded by 5.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), exceeding the advance estimate of 5.3 per cent, driven by robust domestic demand, investment activities and exports.

Ringgit Snaps Seven-day Rally Ahead Of 1Q GDP Data

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit snapped a seven-trading-day rally to ease against the US dollar as traders turned cautious ahead of Malaysia’s first-quarter (1Q) 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) announcement later today.