Ringgit Opens Firmer as Softer Dollar Supports Regional Sentiment
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…
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Gold Extends Fall as US-Iran Tensions Test Fragile Market Calm
Singapore, 10 June 2026 – Gold extended its decline as renewed tensions involving the United States, Iran and regional allies tested a fragile Middle East truce, while rising…
Philippines Warns of FX Risks as Major Firms Face US$26 Billion Debt Bill
Manila, 8 June 2026 – Philippine authorities are warning that foreign-exchange volatility could become a growing pressure point for major companies as large corporates face a reported US$26…
Gold Steadies as Traders Weigh Uncertainty Over US-Iran Talks
Singapore, 5 June 2026 – Gold steadied as investors weighed uncertainty surrounding progress in US-Iran talks, with bullion caught between safe-haven demand, shifting oil prices and expectations over…
South Korea Vows Action Against Excessive Market Moves as Won Weakens
Seoul, 4 June 2026 – South Korea has pledged to act against excessive financial-market volatility as the won weakened sharply against the US dollar, adding to concerns over…
US Tariff Proposal Too Early to Gauge Impact, Says Amir Hamzah
Kuala Lumpur, 4 June 2026 – Malaysia says it is still too early to assess the impact of a proposed United States tariff on Malaysian imports, as the…
Non-Dollar Stablecoins Could Find Room to Grow in ASEAN’s Payment Gaps
Singapore, 3 June 2026 – Non-US dollar stablecoins could gain traction in markets where financial inefficiencies remain high, including parts of ASEAN, as businesses and consumers look for…
Indonesian Stocks Slide as Rupiah Pressure Deepens Investor Concerns
Jakarta, 3 June 2026 – Indonesian financial markets came under renewed pressure as stocks tumbled and the rupiah weakened, highlighting persistent investor concerns over currency stability, foreign outflows,…
Ringgit Opens Softer Against US Dollar as Traders Return From Holiday Break
Kuala Lumpur, 3 June 2026 – The ringgit began the holiday-shortened trading week on a softer note against the US dollar as currency traders returned from Malaysia’s extended…
Gold Edges Lower as Strong US Jobs Data Keeps Rate-Cut Hopes in Check
Singapore, 3 June 2026 – Gold edged lower as stronger US labour-market signals reinforced expectations that interest rates may remain elevated for longer, limiting demand for the non-yielding…