CPO Futures End Lower On Weak Demand Outlook

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 16 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Monday on expectations of weaker demand in the coming weeks, a trader said.

Gold Futures Seen Range-Bound Following US Inflation Data, Rate Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade within a narrow range next week.

CIMB Revises 2026 GDP Forecast Slightly Upward To 4.5 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- CIMB Treasury and Markets Research has revised its 2026 gross domestic product (GDP) forecast slightly upward to 4.5 per cent from 4.4 per cent previously, to reflect the stronger momentum heading into the first quarter of 2026 (1Q 2026), offset by the higher base effect in the second half of 2026.

CPO Futures End Week Slightly Higher Despite Facing Pressure Earlier

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures ended marginally higher today, supported by improved trading activity despite the pressure faced earlier this week.

Headline, Core Inflation Averaged At 1.4 Pct, 2 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s headline and core inflation in 2025 averaged at 1.4 per cent and two per cent, respectively, compared with 1.8 per cent in 2024, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

Ringgit Seen At 3.70 VS Greenback By End-2026 - MUFG

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- MUFG Bank Ltd expects the ringgit to strengthen toward 3.70 against the US dollar by end-2026, underpinned by a more durable appreciation cycle driven by structural fundamentals.

Bursa Key Index Falls 0.32 Pct As Profit-taking Weighs On Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished today’s trading in negative territory, with the key index losing 0.32 per cent, while the broader market saw losers outnumbering gainers amid profit-taking and weak sentiment ahead of the Chinese New Year break next week.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar On Steady Domestic Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar, despite a firmer greenback, as continued confidence in Malaysia’s economic fundamentals supported the local currency.

CPO Futures Close Lower Amid Bearish Demand Outlook

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Wednesday amid bearish expectations over palm oil demand in the coming months, a trader said.

CPO Futures Likely To Trade Between RM3,800-RM4,000 Per Tonne Until July 2026 - Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives (BMD) are expected to trade between RM3,800 and RM4,000 per tonne during January-July 2026, said an industry expert.

Malaysia's Palm Oil Exports On Track To Reach Up To 16 Mln Tonnes In 2026 - Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 11 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil exports are projected to reach up to 16 million tonnes in 2026, according to an expert, driven by lower stock levels.

Africa Set To Become Key Driver Of Global Palm Oil Dynamics Over Next Decade - Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 10 (Bernama) -- The African region is set to become a key driver of global palm oil dynamics over the next decade, emerging as a major market for the commodity, an expert said.