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Ringgit slightly stronger amid Trump’s 25% automotive import tariff

Local note opens at 4.4275/4335 against USD today, up from yesterday’s close of 4.4280/4315

Ringgit gains amid caution over US import tariffs

Local note opened at 4.4595/4650 versus USD from 4.4600/4650 at Friday’s close

Ringgit appreciates as investors await key FOMC minutes

Local note opens higher against USD at 4.4250/4450 today compared to yesterday’s close of 4.4300/4360

New guidelines to simplify local currency transactions across Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand 

Harmonised LCTF OG aims to promote use of local currencies in regional trade, benefiting commercial banks, their users, investors, businesses in the three countries

Ringgit continues to rise, closes higher against dollar as DXY retreats

At 6pm, the ringgit rose to 4.7025/7080 against the greenback compared with yesterday’s close of 4.7295/7350. 

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National shuttlers demand RM2 million salaries: can BAM keep up financially?

Several top athletes aim for salaries that could outpace even the highest-earning footballers, raising questions about the sustainability of funding within Malaysian sports

Smoking to cost more: BAT Malaysia lights up price tags with new cigarette rates

Cigarette prices for top brands will rise between RM12.40 and RM18.40 per pack starting November 21, 2025

QSR Brands records 31% revenue growth in KFC and Pizza Hut Malaysia for FY2025

QSR Brands (M) Holdings Bhd announced a 31% revenue increase in its core businesses, KFC Malaysia and Pizza Hut Malaysia, for the financial year 2025, reflecting the successful execution of its strategic transformation roadmap and disciplined focus on operational efficiency, innovation and sustainable growth