Ringgit Opens Higher, May Extend Gains If OPR Holds At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended yesterday’s momentum to open higher on Thursday, amid expectations that it could appreciate further today.

Ringgit Continues Upward Momentum Ahead Of BNM's OPR Announcement

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its upward momentum, closing mostly higher against most major currencies and regional peers on improved sentiment as investors await the decision on the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR).

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of BNM Policy Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Wednesday ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting tomorrow, where policymakers will assess inflation and growth, key factors shaping the outlook for the Overnight Policy Rate.

Ringgit Ends Mostly Firmer Against Major, Regional Currencies Ahead Of MPC Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended firmly against most major currencies and regional peers ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting as its decision is expected to play a critical role in setting the market tone going forward.

Ringgit Steady Against US Dollar Ahead Of MPC Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, May 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened nearly unchanged against the US dollar from yesterday’s close as markets await the latest decision by Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), scheduled for May 7.

Malaysia’s GDP Seen To Moderate To 4.2 Pct In 2026 -- MBSB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth is likely to moderate to 4.2 per cent this year, compared with 5.2 per cent in 2025, driven by growing domestic demand alongside still-resilient external demand, according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Ringgit Rises As Risk Appetite Returns On Strait Of Hormuz Assurances

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against regional peers at the close as investors’ risk appetite improved, underpinned by growing confidence in safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Rubber Closes Mixed Amid Ringgit Gains, Higher Crude Oil

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- The rubber market closed mixed on Monday amid a stronger ringgit against the US dollar and higher crude oil prices, a dealer said. 

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar Ahead Of OPR Announcement

KUALA LUMPUR, May 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on the first trading day of May, with the upcoming Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting later this week, developments in the United States–Iran conflict and the release of the US non-farm payroll (NFP) data expected to set the tone for the market.

Ringgit Strength, IMF GDP Forecast Signal Global Confidence In Malaysia’s Economy — Muhammad Kamil

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- The continued strengthening of the ringgit and the improved economic projections by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) indicate the fundamental strength of the country's economy and investor confidence in the direction of the Malaysia MADANI administration.

Ringgit Seen To Trade Within RM3.96–RM3.98 Against US Dollar Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within a narrow range next week, hovering between RM3.96 and RM3.98 against the US dollar ahead of key United States data.

Ringgit Closes Lower On Volatile Oil Prices, Latest Fed Decision

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against most currencies, including the US dollar, as investors shifted towards safe-haven assets amid concerns over volatile crude oil prices.