Ringgit Edges Higher Against US Dollar Amid Easing Oil Prices
The Malaysian ringgit opened stronger against the US dollar on Wednesday, benefiting from easing Brent crude oil prices and geopolitics. The currency rose to 4.0680/0765 against the greenback from Tuesday's close of 4.0730/0775.
Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid attributed this positive trend to Brent crude oil hovering below $100 per barrel at $99.25, which is a supportive factor for the foreign exchange market.
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