
Ringgit ends higher against greenback on concerns over US fiscal health
Ringgit strengthens as US dollar weakens due to Moodys downgrade, US fiscal risks, and capital shifts toward Asia ahead of G7 talks.
Wed May 21 2025

Ringgit opens higher against greenback on weaker US economic outlook, tariff concerns
Ringgit rises on strong exports, while US economic uncertainty and rating downgrade weigh on dollar; BNM holds off rate cut.
Wed May 21 2025

ANALYSIS - Dollar set for more weakness as 'Brand USA' falls further out of favor
Moodys downgrade, debt fears, and global hedging spark a slide in the US dollar as investors rethink its safe-haven role.
Tue May 20 2025

Ringgit eases against US dollar amid potential trade deal between US and China
An economist says positive sentiment has lifted the US Dollar Index, while emerging market currencies are showing signs of stabilisation.
Thu May 15 2025

Asian stocks stall, dollar wobbles as trade optimism fizzles
US-China tariff pause lifts sentiment but worries linger.
Tue May 13 2025

Stocks surge, dollar rallies as US and China pledge to slash tariffs
US and Chinese officials pledge to slash reciprocal tariffs in a move that swept trade war fears out of global markets.
Mon May 12 2025

US and China reach deal to slash tariffs, lifting dollar
Scott Bessent says the two sides had reached a deal for a 90 day pause on measures and that reciprocal tariffs would come down by 115 pct.
Mon May 12 2025

Trump plans to accept luxury 747 from Qatar to use as Air Force One, source says
Trump says Democrats oppose the Defense Dept getting a free 747 to replace Air Force One, insisting taxpayers pay top dollar instead.
Mon May 12 2025

Toyota sees 21 pct full-year profit decline as tariffs take a bite
Weakness in the US dollar and the impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs weigh on the world's largest automaker.
Fri May 09 2025

Dollar eyes weekly rise into US-China trade talks
The US-UK trade deal raised hopes of progress in looming US-China talks.
Fri May 09 2025

World stocks pause as markets eye US-China talks, Fed
Dollar down a fourth day, European stocks fall.
Wed May 07 2025

Ringgit rises on softer dollar, lower US yields
Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid says market sentiment remains fragile amid heightened economic uncertainty.
Wed May 07 2025

Women still pay more for clothing under US tariff system
The tariff gap costs women over $2 billion annually, with an average of one dollar more paid per garment compared to men.
Tue May 06 2025

Stocks drift, dollar steadies as focus shifts to Asian currencies
Investors revived concerns about US tariffs and their impact on economic growth.
Tue May 06 2025

Ringgit rises against weaker US dollar
Economist opines that the ringgit could stay positive in the near future as the value of the US dollar is likely to stay weak.
Mon May 05 2025

Trump confronts South Africa's Ramaphosa with false claims of white genocide
Trump clashes with Ramaphosa over false claims of white genocide but both leaders agreed to continue trade talks and economic cooperation.
Thu May 22 2025

G7 finance leaders try to downplay tariff disputes, find consensus
G7 leaders seek unity on trade and Ukraine while facing divisions over tariffs Russia sanctions and China's economic practices.
Thu May 22 2025

EU launches probe into alleged dumping of tyres from China
The EU currently has anti-dumping and anti-subsidy measures on imports of tyres for buses and lorries from China.
Thu May 22 2025

China says US trade talks important but multilateralism key to solution
China says US trade talks help but stresses multilateralism is key to resolving global trade tensions amid recent tariff disputes.
Thu May 22 2025

Importers race to turn US warehouses into tariff-free zones
US firms rush to bonded warehouses to delay China tariffs, but rising costs and policy uncertainty make long-term bets risky.
Thu May 22 2025

Donald Trump Jr says on running for president: 'that calling is there'
Don Jr hints at a future run, influences GOP politics, and faces scrutiny over Trump family business ties in the Gulf region.
Wed May 21 2025

US states mount court challenge to Trump's tariffs
States sue Trump over tariffs, citing abuse of emergency powers as legal and economic concerns grow.
Wed May 21 2025

UK suspends trade talks with Israel over new Gaza offensive
UK halts trade talks with Israel over Gaza offensive, condemns aid blockade and settler violence, warns of further action if war continues.
Wed May 21 2025

EU to review agreement with Israel over Gaza concerns, Kallas says
EU to review Israel ties over Gaza crisis and rights concerns as most members back move while Israel rejects criticism and defends actions.
Wed May 21 2025

Ringgit ends higher against greenback on concerns over US fiscal health
Ringgit strengthens as US dollar weakens due to Moodys downgrade, US fiscal risks, and capital shifts toward Asia ahead of G7 talks.
Wed May 21 2025