The Star·3 min read·medium
Ringgit opens higher against major currencies, softer vs US$
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The Malaysian ringgit opened higher against most major currencies but weakened against the U.S. dollar amid global risk-off sentiment. The shift follows new U.S. tariff announcements targeting multiple economies, including Malaysia.
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against most major currencies on Friday but eased against the US dollar as markets turned risk-off, with crude oil prices continuing to climb and the Trump administration stepping up its trade protectionist policies.
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