Malaysian note buoyed by weaker American indices, including in retail sales

Currency gains expected to persist amid stable trade and fiscal outlook

Continued strength in greenback reflected in US DXY as expectations for interest rate cut wanes, says analyst

This comes amid mixed US Fed signals about greenback's direction

Local note appreciates in line with others including Singaporean dollar, baht, rupiah, says analyst

Its early gains suggest markets are reassessing the timing and scale of potential US rate cuts in 2026

Mild uptick comes after renewed uncertainty in America following unexpected delays in release of key economic data

Investors weigh mixed signals from US Federal Reserve officials and softer labour market data.

Anwar attributes local note's boost to policies like targeted subsidies, among others

USD/MYR expected to trade between RM4.14, RM4.15 as traders, investors await US data points, says analyst

Shifting expectations over December Fed cut, softer US fundamentals could support local currency

Reopening of US fed govt provided contain support for greenback, says analyst

Nation's positive economic growth prospects, govt commitment to reforms, sustainability provide support for local note, says BNM

Local note nearly breaches 13-month high last set in Sept 27, 2024

However, markets expected to remain cautious over US govt reopening

Traders, investors remained constructive on local note as upcoming GDP report hints at expansion, says analyst

Local note at 4.12 level as US dollar slides over weaker economic data

Local note extends upward momentum amid positive investor sentiment over US govt shutdown, says analyst

Local note's appreciation in tandem with broader strength of regional currencies, supported by improving market sentiment

American senators advance amended House-passed bill to fund the government until January 30