Finance
Ringgit holds steady against US dollar, strengthens against other major currencies
The ringgit opened flat against the US dollar on August 1, 2025, trading at 4.2650/2850, but gained ground against most major currencies. The...
US Fed September rate cut odds drop below 50% after Powell comments
The Federal Reserve’s July 30 decision to keep interest rates unchanged may seem routine on the surface. But beneath the consensus policy statement...
Ringgit gains amid cautious global trade outlook
The ringgit’s quiet lift against the US dollar at Monday’s open—settling at RM4.2110/2310—offers little by way of volatility, but much in terms of...
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Ringgit strength against USD signals early policy caution
The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar this week, attracting cautious optimism from market observers. But beneath the surface, the move is...
Singapore dollar strengthens on trade optimism
The Singapore dollar’s recent gains, driven by optimism over emerging trade deals and a steadier global macro backdrop, offer more than just a...
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Why political attacks on the Fed in 2025 go beyond interest rates
What began as a throwaway remark by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent—accusing the Federal Reserve’s economic forecasts of being “pretty politically biased”—isn’t merely...
Malaysia's financial fundamentals earn IMF endorsement
The IMF’s 2025 External Sector Report offers a rare technical affirmation of Malaysia’s macro resilience. While the headline takeaway emphasizes strong external buffers...
Asian stock market sentiment lifts on tariff talks, earnings bets
While European indices remain defensive and US equity futures drift sideways, Asia’s major markets are edging higher. On Monday, the Nikkei rose 0.6%,...
Singapore dollar policy easing likely as US tariff risks mount
The Singapore dollar’s weakness in July isn’t merely a reflection of a stronger US dollar—it’s a response to mounting structural pressures. As the...
Ringgit strengthens further against US dollar in early trading
The ringgit opened the week on stronger footing against the US dollar, extending its upward momentum from last Friday. Bolstered by better-than-expected second-quarter...
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