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Malaysia's Manufacturing Sector Returns To Growth In October, PMI At 51.0

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's manufacturing sector recorded a renewed improvement in its health in October 2026, with the S&P Global Malaysia Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to 51.0 during the month, signalling a return to growth on the back of stronger new orders and output. 

Local Gold Prices Expected To Remain Stable Until Year-end

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- Local gold prices are expected to remain stable or slightly increase from current levels until the end of this year, amid geopolitical uncertainties and changes in the global economic structure, said an economist.

Ringgit Opens Higher On Expectations Of OPR Normalisation

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and major currencies on Monday, supported by expectations of a possible overnight policy rate (OPR) normalisation ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting this Thursday.

Gold Futures Forecast To Trade Range-bound With Downward Bias Next Week

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Gold futures are expected to trade range-bound with a slight downward bias next week, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Expected To Consolidate Next Week, Trade Within 1,600-1,630 Level

By K. Naveen Prabu & Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to consolidate next week, with the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) projected to trade within the 1,600-1,630 range amid a mildly positive bias.

Global Air Passenger Demand Down 0.5 Pct In September Amid Weaknesses In Middle East, North America

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- Total global air passenger demand, measured in revenue passenger kilometres (RPK), was down 0.5 per cent in September 2026 compared to the same month last year, reflecting weaknesses in the Middle East and North America.

Ringgit Extends Rally Against US Dollar As Traders Reassess Fed Rate Hike Prospects

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains to close higher against the US dollar on Friday as traders reassessed the possibility of an interest rate hike by the US Federal Reserve (Fed), an analyst said.

HSBC Upgrades Malaysia's 2026 GDP Growth To 5.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- HSBC has upgraded Malaysia’s 2026 economic growth to 5.5 per cent from 5.2 per cent, the third consecutive year above the five per cent threshold, according to HSBC. 

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar For 10th Consecutive Day

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar for the 10th consecutive trading day on Friday, reflecting sustained positive sentiment towards the local currency at the start of trading.

Global Air Cargo Demand Up 7.7 Pct In September 2026 -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Total air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rose 7.7 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in September 2026, with international demand increasing 8.6 per cent, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Bursa Malaysia Snaps 2-Day Winning Streak to Close Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia snapped a two-day winning streak to close lower on Thursday, in line with regional markets, as continued selling pressure in blue chip stocks weighed on market sentiment.