Kuala Lumpur, 14 August 2026 – The ringgit remained broadly stable against the currencies of Malaysia’s major trading partners during the second quarter, providing a measure of continuity for businesses and investors navigating volatile global markets. A trade-weighted view is important because bilateral moves against the US dollar alone do not fully capture Malaysia’s competitive position.
Currency stability helps importers, exporters and companies with foreign-currency liabilities plan costs and cash flows. For manufacturers operating regional supply chains, the relevant exposure often spans the renminbi, Singapore dollar, yen and euro as well as the greenback. Broad stability can therefore reduce hedging pressure even when individual exchange rates fluctuate.
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