Ringgit Ends Higher After Correcting Oversold Position

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar today as the local note corrected from its oversold position.

Bursa Malaysia Slides As US Inflation Data Strengthens Fed Rate-hold Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended with notable declines as the latest United States inflation data strengthened expectations that the Federal Reserve (Fed) would maintain interest rates.

Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship Strengthens Palm Oil Trade And Regional Cooperation -- MPOB

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- The palm oil trade is a cornerstone of ASEAN’s economic activity, and Malaysia is committed to leveraging regional frameworks such as the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and ASEAN’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with countries like South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.

Malaysia's Economy To Grow 5.0 Pct In 2025 - Economist 

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian economy is expected to maintain a sustainable growth rate of 5.0 per cent in 2025 from an estimated 4.9 per cent in 2024, supported by a stable labour market condition, conducive fiscal and monetary policies amid lingering external uncertainties, said an economist. 

WEF Expects More Focus On Tariffs, Industry Policies During Trump 2.0

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- The World Economic Forum (WEF) expects more focus on tariffs and industry policies during the second term of Donald Trump’s presidency.

FBM KLCI Continues Slide, Mirroring Weaker Regional Performance

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower today, mirroring the weak regional performance as major markets worldwide experienced mostly negative trends.

Gold Futures Likely To Be Volatile Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 4 (Bernama) -- Trading of gold futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is likely to oscillate between US$2,640 and US$2,700 per troy ounce next week, said an analyst. 

Gold Futures End Higher Amidst Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 3 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today, driven by robust safe-haven demand amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the persistent Russia-Ukraine conflict. 

Maybank IB Projects Crude Oil Prices At US$70 Per Barrel In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) expects Brent crude oil prices to be volatile and weaker this year, averaging at US$70 per barrel compared to US$80 per barrel last year.

Buoyant Year For Port Operators, Shipping Industry But Challenges Persist

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- It has been a strong year for ports in Malaysia as operators pushed ahead with capital-intensive infrastructure upgrading works and rode on the wave of e-commerce growth as well as rising global trade to maintain their competitiveness.

Bursa Malaysia Maintains Positive Momentum To Close Higher, CI Up 0.48 Pct

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its upward momentum throughout the trading session today to close off its day’s high, buoyed by persistent buying in selected heavyweights led by financial services counters, amid the mostly upbeat performance in regional bourses.

Ringgit To Trade In Tight Range Of 4.46-4.48 Versus US Dollar Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to remain within a tight trading range, moving between RM4.46 and RM4.48 next week, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.