Rubber Market Ends Lower Tracking Weaker Regional Futures Markets

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market ended lower today tracking the weaker regional rubber futures markets and a stronger ringgit versus the US dollar, said a dealer. 

Thailand Eyes Halal Sector To Deepen Economic Ties With Malaysia — Thai Chamber Of Commerce

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- The Thai Chamber of Commerce views the halal sector as a promising platform for deeper economic collaboration between Thailand and Malaysia.

CPO Futures Close Lower On Weaker Crude Oil, Stronger Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today for the sixth straight day as weaker crude oil prices and a stronger ringgit against the US dollar were weighing down the market, said palm oil trader David Ng. 

Ringgit Soars To Nearly Six-Month High Due To Weak Sentiments Over US Assets

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit jumped to its highest level in almost six months, against the US dollar at the close on Monday, touching the 4.36-level amid concerns over ongoing tariff tension.

Rubber Market Closes Mixed On Higher Regional Futures Market, Stronger Ringgit

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed mixed today amid higher regional rubber futures market and a firmer ringgit versus the US dollar, said a dealer. 

Malaysian Banks To Stay Appealing Amid Trade Tensions - HLIB

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB) said Malaysian banks are expected to be among the more attractive sectors for investors seeking refuge from United States President Donald Trump’s trade war.

Ringgit Rises To 4.39 On Weaker Dollar, US Trade Uncertainty

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar on Monday, touching the 4.39-level as uncertainty over US trade policy weighed on the greenback amid ongoing negotiations with Japan and the European Union.

FBM KLCI Set To Test 1,500-level Next Week On Improved Sentiment

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- Key market index FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) is expected to continue testing the 1,500-point psychological level next week, with a sustained breakout likely to boost investor confidence and attract foreign inflows.

Rubber Market To Remain Quiet With Downward Bias Next Week Amid Global Uncertainties

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 19 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to remain quiet next week, with a downward bias amid ongoing global uncertainties, said industry expert Denis Low. 

Industry Stakeholders Call For Stronger Collaboration To Unlock Oil Palm Biomass Utilisation

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Industry stakeholders have urged stronger collaboration and more coherent policy direction to accelerate the use of oil palm biomass in supporting Malaysia’s low-carbon goals.

Malaysia 1Q GDP Estimated To Expand 4.4 Pct, Driven By Domestic Activities, Steady Demand -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is forecast to grow by 4.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) based on advance estimates, easing from a five per cent expansion in the previous quarter, backed by domestic activities and steady demand, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

CPO Futures Close Lower, Weighed Down By Concerns Over Rising Output

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives (BMD) closed lower for the fourth consecutive day today, pressured by concerns over rising output in the coming weeks.