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Ringgit Opens Higher as Improved Sentiment Lifts Risk Appetite

By Chee Liang CFA3 min read

KUALA LUMPUR, 25 May 2026 – The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar on Monday as improved market sentiment and renewed risk appetite supported demand for the local currency, with investors reacting positively to signs of possible progress in negotiations between the United States and Iran.

At 8am, the ringgit strengthened to 3.9635/9705 against the greenback, compared with Friday’s close of 3.9655/9700. The move reflected a softer US dollar and improved global market tone as traders assessed the possibility of easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

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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.