Finance

Ringgit strengthens amid US policy uncertainty
[MALAYSIA] The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar at the start, as quick shifts in US economic plans under President Donald Trump's administration...

FBM KLCI rises amid regional market gains
[MALAYSIA] The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) advanced 17.68 points, or 1.2%, to close at 1,535.73 on Thursday, March 28, 2025, mirroring...

Global markets waver as Trump's auto tariffs stir economic uncertainty
[MALAYSIA] Investors have paused their bargain-hunting efforts on Bursa Malaysia following the news of increased tariffs on auto imports to the United States....

Fed rate pause rattles markets amid economic uncertainty
[UNITED STATES] The Federal Reserve's decision to keep interest rates unchanged at 4.25% to 4.5% for the second consecutive meeting has sent shockwaves...

New York's economic boom fueled by Wall Street bonuses: Have we reached the peak?
[UNITED STATES] Wall Street bonuses have emerged as the driving force behind New York City's economic recovery in 2024. The financial sector has...

FBM KLCI shows resilience amid global uncertainty
[MALAYSIA] The Malaysian stock market, represented by the FBM KLCI (FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI), has shown a surprising upward trend despite the prevailing...

US targets dozens of Chinese entities with new trade blacklist
[UNITED STATES] The ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China have escalated once again. The US government recently took a significant...

Singapore stocks rise amid regional gains and positive outlook
[SINGAPORE] The Singapore stock market experienced a positive day as regional market optimism fueled gains. The Straits Times Index (STI), a key benchmark...

Hong Kong stocks fall as investors cash out amid uncertainty
[WORLD] The Hong Kong stock market has recently experienced a notable downturn, with investors cashing out as a result of a lack of...

Southeast Asian stocks struggle amid economic and U.S. tariff concerns
[WORLD] In 2025, Southeast Asian stock markets are facing mounting pressure as they contend with a mix of economic slowdowns, rising U.S. tariffs,...
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