Rubber Market Extends Losses Amid Weaker Oil Prices, Trade Concerns

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market extended its losses on Thursday amid mixed performance in regional rubber markets and declines in benchmark crude oil prices, said a dealer.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Uptrend At Midday On Banking, Construction Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its upbeat momentum at midday, buoyed by buying interest in most heavyweights, particularly banking and construction counters, amid improving market sentiment, analysts said.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Vs USD As Trump Tariff Talks Intensify

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit traded marginally higher against the US dollar at the opening amidst intensifying market talks on the impact of the United States’ (US) tariff on the global economy, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.

CPO Futures End Higher On Bargain Buying, Soybean Oil Gains

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed on a strong note on Wednesday, driven by bargain buying and spillover gains from Chicago Board of Trade’s (CBOT) soybean oil futures, and overnight energy prices.

Ringgit Ends Higher Against US Dollar Despite Global Uncertainties

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar today despite having to contend with greater uncertainties from abroad.

Rakuten Trade Offers New Amalgamated Brokerage Fees For US Stock Trades

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd has rolled out its first-in-market service, offering the amalgamated brokerage fees for the United States (US) stock trades. 

Local Rubber Market Closes Higher On Weaker Ringgit, Supply Constraints

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed higher on Tuesday, driven by a slightly weaker ringgit and tight natural rubber supply amid the wintering season and forecasts of wet weather in major producing countries.

CPO Futures Extend Decline Amid Weak Export Demand

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended its decline on Monday from last Friday, amid concerns over weak export demand following the recent price rally, said palm oil trader David Ng.

Ringgit Ends Lower Against US Dollar As Traders Exercise Caution Ahead Of Reciprocal Tariff Rates

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar as concerns over reciprocal tariff rates, which are expected to take effect on April 2, prompted traders and investors to adopt a more cautious stance.

Ringgit Edges Higher At Opening on Expectations Of Limited Impact From US Tariffs 

KUALA LUMPUR, March 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher today on expectations that Malaysia will be among the least affected by the US government's implementation of reciprocal tariffs on April 2, given that the country is seen as having one of the lowest tariff rates.

Gold Futures May Experience Near-Term Correction Next Week

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 (Bernama) -- The gold futures market on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives may experience a near-term correction next week as traders are tempted to lock in profits amid record-high prices. 

Rubber Market Likely To Trade Lower Next Week On Cautious Sentiment

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, March 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade sideways, with a slight tendency to decline next week, as various industries remain cautious about Donald Trump’s tariff policies, said industry expert Denis Low.