Ringgit strengthens 14.4 pct vs USD in 3Q 2024; One of the best performing currencies globally
The local currency's performance was primarily driven by the US Federal Reserves' 50 basis points policy rate cut.
Wed Oct 09 2024
OPR likely to be unchanged; Ringgit forecast at 4.25 vs USD year-end - Kenanga
Fiscal policy shifts and external risks, such as geopolitical tensions, could still influence the central bank's stance, says Kenanga.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Ringgit opens flat against USD
The ringgit remained unchanged at 4.4295/4350 compared to the greenback from last Friday's close of 4.4295/4350.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Positive sentiment pushes ringgit to strengthen vs greenback at the opening
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the USD/MYR would linger near its immediate support level of RM4.40 today.
Mon Aug 12 2024
Ringgit opens higher against US Dollar
The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today as cautious global economic sentiment prompted some investors to shift towards emerging currencies, including the ringgit, a dealer said.
Tue Jun 25 2024
AWANI Review: Google's USD2 Billion Bet on Malaysia's Tech Future
Google pledged a USD2 billion investment in Malaysia's data and cloud infrastructure, including its second Southeast Asian data centre. Country Director Farhan Qureshi highlights the economic benefits and Malaysia's readiness to support tech giants' growth plans.
Sat Jun 22 2024
Ringgit opens lower vs US dollar, stronger against other major currencies
The ringgit continued to open lower against the U.S. dollar amid higher-than-expected U.S. inflation data which suggested the Federal Reserve (Fed) might keep the interest rate steady.
Wed Feb 14 2024
Witness says Najib opposed repatriation of USD3 bln from Switzerland
MACC's Nur Aida Arifin said the matter was revealed by ex-1MDB CEO, Mohd Hazem Abdul Rahman.
Wed Jan 24 2024
Notepad with Ibrahim Sani: Private equity secondaries landscape
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Wed Jul 05 2023
[COLUMNIST] De-dollarisation: Elbowing USD in a multipolar world
Throughout history, the US has often attempted to resolve its economic issues through military interventions across the globe.
Wed Jun 14 2023
US Dollar strengthens amid optimism over debt ceiling talks
The US dollar firmed up in late trading on Wednesday as US leaders expressed optimism over debt limit negotiations, reported Xinhua.
Thu May 18 2023
World yet to find currency to replace or even compete with Dollar - US Investor
Countries are making efforts to move away from the US dollar, but have yet to find a currency that could substitute or at least compete with it, renowned American investor Jim Rogers told Sputnik.
Wed May 17 2023
EXPLAINER - Why is Myanmar's military holding an election?
No date has been set for the election but the military's proxy, the USDP, is almost certain to win at the national level.
Thu Mar 30 2023
Exclusive - Probe of Musk's Neuralink to scrutinize long-criticized US animal welfare regulator
USDA is investigating Neuralink, a medical device company that is developing brain implants, over potential animal-welfare violations.
Tue Dec 20 2022
Exclusive: Musk's Neuralink faces federal probe, employee backlash over animal tests
Neuralink Corp is developing a brain implant it hopes will help paralyzed people walk again and cure other neurological ailments.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024