American traders wary of upcoming inflation reports, concerned it may sway US Fed's decision next week, says analyst

US NFP report for August strengthens case for interest rate cut when US FOMC reconvenes, says analyst

Earlier pre-emptive OPR reduction in July expected to provide additional lift to growth for 2025, into 2026, says BNM Governor

New figures come after considering upcoming reduction in RON95 retail prices, SST expansion's limited inflationary impact

Lower-than-expected CPI data weakens greenback’s safe-haven status, expectations of September interest rate cut rises

Analyst projects that US Federal Reserve may reconsider cutting Federal Funds Rate at US FOMC meet next month due to higher-than-expected July readings

Mixed signals from US Fed also affected market sentiment, says analyst

The monitoring and evaluation of performance will be improved through specific key performance indicators and macroeconomic indicators.

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 — The ringgit opened lower against the United States (US) dollar today as the greenback strengthened on waning hopes of an interest rate cut this month by the US.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 — MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd said the potential delay in RON95 fuel subsidy rationalisation to the second half of 2025 (2H2025) is expected to offer temporary relief to consumers, supporting private consumption amid stable inflation.

KUALA LUMPUR, May 16 — The ringgit closed lower against the United States (US) dollar on Friday as cautious sentiment on the local note offset a weaker greenback following softer economic data in the US.

PUTRAJAYA, May 7 — The operational report and findings of The Malaysian Corruption Study (MaCoS) Population Module presented by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM) and its consultant team have opened a new dimension in understanding corruption challenges in the country.

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — Malaysia’s headline inflation moderated to 1.4 per cent in March 2025, down from 1.5 per cent in February, while core inflation held steady at 1.9 per cent, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 — Fancy roti canai for breakfast, nasi lemak for lunch, and satay for dinner, these beloved Malaysians' staples have almost doubled in price over the past 13 years, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

KUALA LUMPUR, April 5 — The ringgit is projected to trade between 4.41 and 4.42 against the United States (US) dollar next week.

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 21 — The ringgit ended higher against the US dollar on improved sentiment towards the local currency.

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 — Malaysia's inflation rose at a slower pace of 1.5 per cent in February 2025, with the index standing at 134.1 points compared with 132.1 in the same month a year earlier, said the Statistics Department (DOSM).

KUALA LUMPUR, March 21 — The ringgit eased against the US dollar at the opening today, taking a breather from recent gains as markets assessed the US Federal Reserve’s latest stance, which was seen as mildly dovish yet cautious.

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysia’s headline and core inflation for 2024 both declined to 1.8 per cent in 2024, compared with 2.5 per cent and 3.0 per cent, respectively, in 2023.