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Market

FBM KLCI Futures To Track Cash Market Recovery Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to track the underlying cash market, with a continued recovery anticipated next week.

Profit-Taking Expected In CPO Market Next Week

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to see profit-taking next week as traders pare their positions ahead of the Chinese New Year celebrations, according to Interband Group of Companies' senior palm oil trader, Jim Teh.

Bargain Hunting Expected To Support FBM KLCI Next Week

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) is expected to extend its upward momentum in the coming week, building on Friday’s rebound following four days of sell-off, said an analyst.

Gold Futures Set To Remain Supported Next Week Amid Uncertainty Over Trump's Policies

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives will likely remain well-supported following the unpredictability of Donald Trump policies, said an analyst.

Ringgit Likely To Trade At Around 4.50 Against US Dollar Next Week

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade at around 4.50 against the US dollar next week as markets brace for Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan 20, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Rubber Market Set For Modest Rise Next Week Amid Steady Demand Ahead Of CNY Celebrations

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 (Bernama) -- The rubber market is likely to move up slightly next week, with steady demand ahead of the Chinese New Year (CNY) celebration, said industry expert Denis Low. 

CPO Futures End Mostly Higher

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly higher on Friday, despite facing some pressure due to weak demand.

Gold Futures Close Lower Amid Cautious Market Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today amid cautious market sentiment. 

Ringgit Continues To Close Weaker Against US Dollar

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit weakened against the US dollar at the close today on cautious market sentiment ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump as the US president on Monday, said an analyst. 

FBM KLCI Futures End Higher In Line With Cash Market's Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today, mirroring the positive performance of the underlying cash market.

Bursa Malaysia Ends On Positive Note Supported By Bargain Hunting

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the week on a positive note, in line with most of its regional peers, as bargain hunting boosted the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) after a lacklustre performance over the last few days.

KL Rubber Market Ends Lower Amid Mixed Regional Futures Market

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended the week on a lower note today amid mixed advice from regional rubber futures markets, said a dealer.