Ringgit Opens Lower Vs US Dollar On Renewed US Rate Hike Expectations

By Muhammaf Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi and Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar on Thursday as stronger-than-expected US inflation data bolstered expectations of a possible interest rate increase by the US Federal Reserve (Fed), lending support to the greenback.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Stronger Export Demand, Energy Prices

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives extended their gains to close higher for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, supported by stronger October export demand.

Subsidy Targeting, Jualan Rahmah Help Shield People From External Risks

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The government has introduced targeted subsidies and made essential goods available at affordable prices through the Jualan Rahmah programme to cushion the impact of external risks on the people.

KL Rubber Market Ends Mixed On Thai Supply Outlook

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Wednesday, tracking weaker regional rubber futures as expectations of increased raw material supply from Thailand during its peak production season weighed on sentiment.

FBM KLCI Opens Higher On Bargain-Hunting, Resilient Domestic Fundamentals

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Wednesday, maintaining a cautious but positive tone, supported by continued bargain-hunting activities and resilient domestic fundamentals.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Firmer Soybean Oil Prices

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Tuesday, supported by firmer soybean oil on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).

Ringgit Ends Marginally Lower Against US Dollar Ahead Of US Inflation Data

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed slightly lower against the US dollar on Tuesday as investors remained cautious ahead of the United States inflation data due tomorrow, an analyst said.

Budget 2027's 3.3 Pct Fiscal Deficit Target Achievable - Tengku Zafrul

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is capable of achieving its fiscal deficit target of 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) under Budget 2027, provided the assumptions underpinning the budget hold amid global economic and geopolitical uncertainties, said Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Tracking Regional Rubber Futures

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed today, tracking regional rubber futures amid lower benchmark crude oil prices.

FBM KLCI Ends Morning Session Higher On Bargain Hunting

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rebounded at midday, supported by bargain hunting in selected heavyweights, led by the banking and energy counters.

Malaysia’s Fiscal Deficit To Narrow, But Spending Risks Persist - BMI

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- BMI has maintained its forecast for Malaysia’s fiscal deficit to narrow to 3.4 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2027 from an estimated 3.6 per cent in 2026.

CPO Prices Expected At RM4,400-RM4,600/mt As El NiÑo Raises 2027 Outlook - Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to remain under pressure from high stockpiles and seasonal production, with the possibility of El Niño supporting prices in 2027, according to research houses.