Ringgit opens higher against US dollar
The Malaysian ringgit strengthened against the US dollar following a period of volatility linked to Federal Reserve policy decisions. Market sentiment improved due to reports of a potential US-Iran peace agreement, which could stabilize global oil supplies.
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KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar today, recovering from yesterday's sharp decline amid cautious market sentiment following the US Federal Reserve's (Fed) latest policy decision.
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