Ringgit Set For Cautious Week Versus US Dollar Amid West Asia Conflict

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The foreign exchange market is expected to remain cautious next week, with the ringgit likely to oscillate around 4.00 to 4.05 against the US dollar amid ongoing uncertainties over the war in Iran, which has entered its fifth week.

FBM KLCI Futures To Trade Range-bound Next Week

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is anticipated to trade range-bound, reflecting the cautious sentiment in the underlying cash market.

Bursa Malaysia To Remain Cautious Next Week On Ongoing West Asia Conflict

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, April 4 (Bernama) -- Trading on Bursa Malaysia is expected to remain cautious and range-bound next week, as the local bourse continues to be confined within the 1,680–1,740 range driven by the West Asia conflict, said an economist. 

Malaysia’s Crude Oil Supply Adequate, Almost 40 Pct Of Imports Via Strait Of Hormuz - Petronas

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) – Malaysia has a relatively sufficient crude oil supply compared with other ASEAN countries, said national oil and gas company Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Slightly Lower Amid Cautious Sentiment On West Asia Conflict

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed marginally lower on Friday, as cautious sentiment persisted, with investors remaining on the sidelines amid ongoing conflicts in West Asia, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Higher At Midday Amid Mixed Regional Market Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia settled marginally higher at midday, amid mixed performance in regional markets due to uncertainty over the outcome of the West Asia crisis.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher Amid West Asia Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rose in early trade Friday as investors assessed risks from the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar On Softer NFP View

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar in early trade on Friday, as markets positioned for a softer US non-farm payrolls (NFP) reading, weighing on the greenback and lending support to regional currencies.

Malaysia Should Bolster Japan Ties To Stay Competitive Globally

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to enhance its relations with Japan as a weapon to boost competitiveness in the global market and increase investment in high-end niche technology industries, said key speakers at the New Japan-Malaysia Industrial Cooperation Seminar.

Malaysia’s Economy Can Still Surprise On Upside, Says BNM Deputy Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth could still surprise on the upside, depending on the duration of the West Asia conflict, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Deputy Governor Datuk Marzunisham Omar.

Ringgit Closes Easier Against US Dollar as War Uncertainty Keeps Investors on Edge

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed easier against the US dollar today after gaining ground yesterday, with market sentiment remaining cautious amid President Trump’s unpredictable stance on the US-Iran conflict, leading to constant changes in risk appetite among traders and investors.

Xiong’an AI Forum Showcases Beijing Collaboration Push

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- The Xiong’an "Artificial Intelligence+" Industry Ecosystem Integration Development Forum, a parallel event of the 2026 ZGC Forum, brought together more than 400 global artificial intelligence (AI) experts, industry leaders and investors in Xiong’an New Area to explore the next phase of AI-driven growth and Beijing-Xiong’an collaboration.