CPO Futures End Higher On Firm Exports, Stronger China Prices

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today, supported by firm export performance. 

Ringgit Opens Firmer As Markets Shrug Off OPR Cut

KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar on Thursday, as markets shrugged off Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) 25-basis-point Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) cut to 2.75 per cent yesterday.

CPO Futures End Higher On Stronger Export Expectations

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today, buoyed by expectations of stronger exports in the weeks ahead.

OPR Cut To 2.75 Pct Will Stimulate Businesses, Maintain Nation’s Economic Resilience

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) – Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) decision to cut the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent is a proactive stance to stimulate business activity, sustain domestic demand, bolster growth and maintain Malaysia’s economic resilience.

Financial Aid Programmes To Support B40, SST To Drive Economic Stability -- Economists

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Salary increases, along with the expansion of recipients and higher allocations under the public assistance programme, are expected to cushion the short-term impact of rising prices following the expansion of the Sales and Service Tax (SST).

Ringgit Eases Against US Dollar On US Tariff Adjustments

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar as market sentiment weakened amid the United States’ (US) latest reciprocal tariff policy adjustments, ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting tomorrow. 

Ringgit Lower Against US Dollar, Appreciates Vs Other Major Currencies

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed weaker against the US dollar on Monday but traded better against major currencies, as traders and investors are observing the United States (US) tariff situation, an analyst said. 

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower, weighed down by mild selling activities in selected heavyweights, particularly in utilities and financial counters, in line with the weaker performance of regional markets, an analyst said.

Kenanga IB Launches Structured Warrants Linked To Hang Seng Indices On Bursa Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd has launched a new suite of structured warrants on Bursa Malaysia today, offering Malaysian investors direct access to global markets through exposure to two of Hong Kong’s leading Hang Seng equity benchmarks.

Ringgit Opens Higher Vs US Dollar Ahead Of BNM Policy Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Monday with anticipation of a possible overnight policy rate (OPR) cut by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting on July 9, 2025, said an analyst.

CPO Futures Likely To Trade Sideways Ahead Of Key MPOB Data Next Week

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade on a sideways range next week as market participants await key industry data for clearer direction.

Rubber Market To Remain Mixed, Volatile Next Week

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade mixed with some volatility next week amid uncertainty over global demand due to the United States (US) tariff uncertainties, according to the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (MARGMA).