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Ringgit Opens Firmer as Softer Dollar Supports Regional Sentiment

By Chee Liang CFA3 min read

Kuala Lumpur, 10 June 2026 – The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and most major currencies on Tuesday, supported by a slight pullback in the greenback as investors assessed easing tensions in West Asia and awaited fresh US inflation data.

At 8am, the local note strengthened to 4.0665/0780 against the US dollar, compared with Monday’s close of 4.0715/0760. The move tracked a softer US Dollar Index, which slipped below the 100-point level as markets reacted to signs that Iran and Israel may be moving toward a reduction in direct attacks.

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  • Chee Liang CFA

    Chee Liang CFA specializes in financial advice and global economic trends, delivering clear insights to help readers navigate markets, investments, and the shifting dynamics of the world economy.