Kuala Lumpur, 19 June 2026 – The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar on Friday, extending its recent resilience as investors responded positively to Malaysia’s strengthening economic indicators and improving market sentiment.
The local currency’s advance comes amid heightened attention on global monetary policy, trade activity and capital flows, with investors reassessing opportunities across emerging markets. While the US dollar continues to draw support from expectations of elevated interest rates, the ringgit has managed to gain ground on the back of Malaysia’s robust economic fundamentals.
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