[COLUMNIST] Ringgit’s resurgence: Beyond the dollar’s decline
The ringgit's remarkably strong performance in Q3 2024 suggests that factors beyond the dollar's depreciation influence its rise.
Mon Oct 07 2024
[COLUMNIST] Let fiscal policy be the primary driver to address the ringgit depreciation
Fiscal policy remains best poised as the most effective macro-economic tool to mitigate the impact from the RM's depreciation.
Mon Mar 04 2024
[COLUMNIST] Malaysia's FDI Conundrum: The Falling Ringgit and Questions Surrounding Budget 2024
The Ringgit's depreciation can be attributed to numerous factors, but it's impossible to overlook the developments in Malaysia recently.
Wed Nov 01 2023
Govt urged to help rakyat, businesses affected by weakening ringgit
The currency depreciation presents a significant challenge for the people and businesses.
Wed Oct 05 2022
Worries from international investors among temporary factors of ringgit depreciation - Tengku Zafrul
Worries from the international investor community are among the temporary factors contributing to the depreciation of the ringgit at the moment.
Thu Jun 02 2022
In Lebanon, dire straits is an understatement
In Lebanon many of its citizens are more worried about whether their families will have food on the table in the coming days.
Fri Mar 26 2021
Astro sees 24 per cent PATAMI growth in FY18
Astro Malaysia Holdings Berhad see its Profit after Tax and Minority Interests (PATAMI) increasing 24 percent year-on-year to RM771 million for its financial year ending 31 January 2018.
Wed Mar 28 2018
PM Najib, 1MDB not to blame for ringgit depreciation
Treasury secretary-general, Tan Sri Mohd Irwan Serigar Abdullahs today denied allegation that the declining Ringgit was due to 1Malaysia Development Berhad and Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Najib Razak.
Thu Jan 05 2017
Ringgit plummets to 1998 lows
Negative perception is a key factor that is leading to the continued depreciation of the currency.
Mon Dec 19 2016
Don't panic over sagging ringgit - Minister
The depreciation of the ringgit is a slight turbulence and it is expected to bounce back once the economy stabilises, said Second Finance Minister, Datuk Johari Abdul Ghani.
Mon Dec 19 2016
Tourism Malaysia eyes over 66 million domestic tourists
Tourism Malaysia is targeting the sale of 17,896 tourism packages worth RM4.6 million through the MATTA Fair later this month.
Fri Mar 04 2016
Kedah confident ringgit's depreciation can attract tourists
Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Mukhriz Mahathir says the silver lining lies when tourists opt for local destinations rather than overseas.
Sat Jan 02 2016
Govt urged to review AP payment imposed on car importers
Kumpulan Rahman Brothers says the payment is quite a burden particularly in view of the depreciation of the ringgit which leads to higher operating costs for companies.
Thu Oct 29 2015
Zeti's views on 1MDB, Ringgit must be taken seriously - Shafie
Datuk Seri Mohd Shafie Apdal said Tan Sri Dr Zeti Akhtar Azizs views on 1MDB and the depreciation of the Ringgit must be taken seriously.
Thu Sep 24 2015
1MDB refutes Zeti's claim on ringgit depreciation
1Malaysia Development Berhad says other currencies have also depreciated following the abrupt fall in oil prices.
Tue Sep 22 2015
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
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024