KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — The ringgit depreciated against the United States (US) dollar at the close today as traders and investors are concerned about the reciprocal tariff announcement by the US government later today.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — Foreign investors returned to the Asian market with a modest net inflow of US$93.8 million (RM417.17 million) last week, after a four-week selling streak with only India and Indonesia registering net foreign inflows.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 — The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today as the greenback weakened on a softening US economic outlook and amid uncertainties over reciprocal tariffs scheduled to be announced by the United States later today, said an analyst.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 — Japanese companies are keen to participate in advanced sustainable development in Malaysia’s decarbonisation initiatives, said Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) Kuala Lumpur.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 29 — The ringgit is likely to continue remaining in a narrow range within a similar trajectory of RM4.42 to RM4.43 against the United States (US) dollar next week due to the shortened trading week following the Hari Raya Aidilfitri public holiday, which is expected to be celebrated on Monday, March 31.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — The ringgit ended marginally lower against the United States (US) dollar on Friday, ahead of the US Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index data for February, which is due today.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — Exports from eight states rose to RM71.6 billion in February 2025, contributing to Malaysia’s total exports of RM118.3 billion, the Statistics Department (DOSM) said.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — Malaysia’s export prices rose by 0.1 per cent to 151.2 points in February, compared to the previous month, while import prices climbed 0.3 per cent to 128.1 points, mainly contributed by mineral fuels, according to the Statistics Department (DOSM).

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd (MIDF) believes businesses are unlikely to pass on price pressures to consumers, as producer price Index (PPI) inflation remains below consumer price index (CPI) inflation.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — Volatile stock markets, driven by global economic uncertainties and shifting policies, have unsettled investors, prompting a shift towards domestic money market funds in search of stability.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — Bursa Malaysia opened lower in early trade, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street, analysts said.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 — The ringgit continued to strengthen against the US dollar at the opening, as rapid shifts in US economic policies under President Donald Trump’s administration created uncertainty within the business community, potentially dampening demand.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The ringgit weakened against the United States (US) dollar today alongside other Asean currencies as traders and investors are anxious about the reciprocal tariffs to be imposed by the US government on April 2.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — Malaysia’s local Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 0.3 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) in February, easing from the 0.8 per cent rise recorded in January, said the Statistics Department (DOSM).

KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 — The ringgit traded marginally higher against the US dollar at the opening amid intensifying market talks on the impact of the United States’ tariffs on the global economy, said Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 — The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar today despite having to contend with greater uncertainties from abroad.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will work with its Asean counterparts to encourage businesses to use local currencies in facilitating trade within the region, said Deputy Governor Datuk Marzunisham Omar.

By Danial Dzulkifly KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 — Malaysia will host the inaugural Asean Investment Conference (AIC) 2025 next month, gathering policymakers, investors, and business leaders to strengthen regional connectivity and position Asean as a key investment hub amid global uncertainties and...

JAKARTA, March 26 — Asean and South Korea are set to deepen their partnership with a new Plan of Action (POA) aimed at advancing their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) from 2026 to 2030.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 — Maybank will tap growth opportunities that arise with Malaysia as Asean chair this year, especially in areas of sustainability, transition finance, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.