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Ringgit gets a boost at market close as US data cools, Fed hike expectations fade
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 — The ringgit closed higher against major and regional currencies on Monday, including the greenback, as softer US economic data dampened expectations of a US Federal […]
Bursa Malaysia ends lower amid geopolitical, global growth concerns
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 — Bursa Malaysia ended lower on Monday as investor sentiment weakened amid renewed concerns over geopolitical tensions and global economic growth, an analyst said. At 5pm, the […]
Strong global markets lift EPF investment income 48pc to RM57.5b in first half of 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 — The Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) total investment income rose by 48 per cent to RM57.50 billion in the first six months ended June 30, 2026 […]
EPF sees membership, contributions rise as labour market stays resilient
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 17 — The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) registered 441,846 new members in the first six months ended June 30, 2026 (1H 2026), bringing total membership to close […]