Southeast Asian Firms Urged To Prepare For 2026 US Entry

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Southeast Asian companies are being urged to begin preparations now to capitalise on a widening window of opportunity for entry into the United States (US) market in 2026, as firms across the region move to diversify supply chains and sustain growth momentum.

Monthly SARA Recipients Total 5.6 Mln, With Spending Amounting To RM4.59 Bln -- Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- An estimated 5.6 million recipients eligible for the monthly SARA aid have been recorded, with total entitlements reaching RM5 billion a year, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Ringgit Opens Near 5-Year High At 4.07 vs US Dollar

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher at the 4.07 level against the US dollar, the best level seen in close to five years, despite a firmer US Dollar Index (DXY), as market participants continued to assess the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) policy outlook.

Ringgit Snaps Four-day Gains To End Marginally Lower Vs US Dollar

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit snapped four consecutive days of gains to close slightly lower against the US dollar on Wednesday as some traders took profit.

Top Glove's 1Q Net Profit Jumps To RM38.58 Mln On Robust Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Top Glove Corporation Bhd's net profit surged to RM38.58 million in the first quarter ended Nov 30, 2025 (1Q) compared to RM5.47 million in the same quarter in the preceding year.

Ringgit Firms To 4.07 Against US Dollar On Improved Sentiment

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, extending its recent gains to hover around the 4.07 level, its strongest showing in nearly five years, underpinned by firmer domestic and external sentiment.

Ringgit Continues To Climb Against Greenback Ahead Of US NFP Data

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its upward momentum on Tuesday, closing against the greenback at the 4.08 level ahead of the release of US nonfarm payrolls (NFP) data later tonight.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Stronger Ringgit

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Tuesday, influenced by downtrends in regional rubber futures, declining crude oil prices, and a slightly stronger ringgit against the US dollar, said a dealer.

Palm Oil Industry To Remain Stable In 2026, Focusing On R&D, Yield Improvement – Johari

BANGI, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil industry is expected to remain stable and competitive next year, driven by continued emphasis on research and development (R&D), yield improvements and sustainable practices in line with global market requirements, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Bursa Malaysia Turns Higher At Midday On Stronger Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia pared earlier losses to end the morning session higher, outperforming regional peers on the back of a stronger ringgit.

Ringgit Opens Stronger At 4.08 Against The Greenback, Highest In Nearly Five Years

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit surged to the 4.08 level against the US dollar at Tuesday’s opening, marking its strongest performance in nearly five years, as improved confidence in the Malaysian economy boosted demand for the local currency.

Ringgit Ends Firmer Vs Greenback Ahead Of Key US Data

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended firmer against the US dollar on Monday, extending gains after hovering near the 4.09 level last week, as investors remained constructive ahead of upcoming key US data.