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Malaysian Ringgit fluctuates against US Dollar
The Malaysian ringgit has experienced fluctuations against the US dollar due to various economic factors and geopolitical developments.
No new coverage since 15 October 2026.
The story so far as of 15 October 2026
On September 21, 2026, the Malaysian ringgit opened lower against the US dollar amid market volatility. The following day, it opened slightly higher due to improved market sentiment after a drop in global oil prices. However, on September 24, the ringgit closed lower again, influenced by positive US economic data that raised expectations of a US interest rate hike. On October 15, the ringgit weakened further against the dollar as higher-than-expected US inflation data heightened rate hike fears, leading to increased costs for Malaysian importers.
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Coverage, day by day
- Markets
Ringgit weakens against USD amid US rate hike fears
Impact Malaysian importers face higher costs as the ringgit weakens against the US dollar.
Sources: utusen Online ↗
- Markets
Ringgit weakens against US dollar amid positive US data
Impact Importers and exporters dealing with the US face currency volatility as the ringgit weakens against the dollar.
Sources: BH Berita Harian ↗
- Markets
Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher Against US Dollar
Impact Importers and exporters dealing in USD may see marginally improved currency exchange rates.
Sources: BH Berita Harian ↗
- Markets
Ringgit opens lower against US dollar
Impact Importers and exporters face fluctuating currency rates, affecting pricing and contracts.
Sources: BH Berita Harian ↗
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