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Ringgit firms on easing geopolitical fears, but caution lingers ahead of Trump address
2+ hour, 2+ min ago (337+ words) The national currency opened stronger against the US dollar and major peers, buoyed by hopes of de-escalation in West Asia, although investors remain wary pending key signals from Washington Updated 5 minutes ago " Published on 02 Apr 2026 9:15AM THE ringgit strengthened at the…...
Ringgit edges higher at open but dollar strength caps gains
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (370+ words) The national currency posts a modest rebound against the US dollar, with analysts pointing to global risk sentiment and sustained energy market disruption as key pressures Updated 6 hours ago " Published on 31 Mar 2026 9:16AM THE ringgit opened marginally firmer against the US…...
Domestic consumer spending shows resilience amid global turmoil, analysts warn
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (352+ words) MBSB Research highlights robust local demand supported by government cash aid and tourism recovery Updated 5 minutes ago " Published on 30 Mar 2026 12:12PM A report by MBSB Research noted that Malaysia's retail sector continues to demonstrate resilience, largely due to sustained fiscal support…...
Targeted fuel subsidy cuts test cost-of-living resilience amid rising fiscal strain
3+ day, 3+ hour ago (468+ words) Government moves to rein in ballooning subsidy bill while analysts caution over inflation risks and market distortions Updated 31 minutes ago " Published on 30 Mar 2026 8:15AM THE government's decision to tighten fuel subsidy allocations marks a significant shift in economic policy, as Putrajaya…...
Ministry to summon restaurateurs over cost surge claims
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (248+ words) KPDN seeks evidence from industry leaders after reports of operating costs rising by up to 30 per cent, signalling firm action against profiteering Updated 2 hours ago " Published on 29 Mar 2026 8:48AM THE Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) will summon…...
Ringgit set to hover around RM4.00 against US dollar amid prolonged West Asia tensions
4+ day, 23+ hour ago (486+ words) Currency pressured as crude oil spike fuels inflation fears and strengthens greenback Updated 6 hours ago " Published on 28 Mar 2026 12:04PM THE ringgit is expected to trade near the 4.00 level against the US dollar next week as investors weigh the economic impact of…...
Securities Commission halts Bursa Malaysia subsidiary plan
5+ day, 1+ hour ago (289+ words) Updated 33 minutes ago " Published on 28 Mar 2026 9:22AM THE Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has determined that there is currently no need to proceed with legislation to establish a Bursa Malaysia Bhd subsidiary, Bursa Malaysia RegSub, intended to take over the exchange's regulatory…...
Domestic tourism records strong growth in 2025 with 290 million visitors
1+ week, 3+ day ago (609+ words) Updated 6 hours ago " Published on 22 Mar 2026 11:28AM THE country's domestic tourism sector continued to register robust expansion in 2025, with total domestic visitors reaching 290.1 million, marking an 11.5% increase from 260.1 million in 2024. Chief statistician Datuk Seri Dr Mohd Uzir Mahidin said domestic tourism…...
Ringgit expected to remain steady around 3.95 against US dollar amid festive period
1+ week, 4+ day ago (398+ words) Analysts anticipate the ringgit to trade within a narrow range next week as holiday-thinned trading conditions and a measured stance by the US Federal Reserve limit volatility Updated 3 hours ago " Published on 21 Mar 2026 1:24PM THE ringgit is expected to remain stable…...
Ringgit strengthens as investors await U.S. federal reserve decision
2+ week, 1+ day ago (354+ words) Malaysia's currency edges higher against the US dollar amid cautious market sentiment, with analysts pointing to a softer greenback and global uncertainties shaping near-term movements Updated 5 hours ago " Published on 18 Mar 2026 9:06AM THE ringgit strengthened against the US dollar in early…...