Kuala Lumpur, 14 July 2026 – The Malaysian ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar on Tuesday as investors balanced persistent uncertainty in the Middle East against Malaysia’s resilient domestic fundamentals and improving longer-term currency outlook.
The modest appreciation came despite continued concerns surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, where uncertainty over shipping activity has kept global energy markets volatile. Any prolonged disruption to the strategic waterway could restrict oil and liquefied natural gas flows, lift transport costs and renew inflationary pressure across energy-importing economies.
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