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Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar And Major Currencies

The Malaysian ringgit ended the day stronger against the US dollar and several major currencies as global oil market concerns eased. Analysts said expectations of a potential release of oil reserves helped stabilise market sentiment.

Local Currency Gains Following Oil Market Developments

At the close of trading, the ringgit rose to 3.9175/9230 against the US dollar compared with the previous session’s 3.9200/9260. The currency also strengthened against several regional currencies.

Economists noted that developments in global energy markets continue to influence currency movements across emerging Asian economies. 

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