Share prices on Bursa Malaysia closed firmer at the end of the afternoon session today, supported by gains mostly seen in finance stocks led by CIMB and Maybank, dealers said

The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar for two consecutive days as the greenback strengthened on expectations that a planned cut on the US stimulus measures will hurt Asian currrencies, a dealer said

Malaysia’s ringgit traded within 0.2% of a 10-month low and bonds fell as US policy makers begin a two-day meeting that may provide clues on when they will unwind asset purchases that have boosted dollar supply.

Share prices on Bursa Malaysia remained firmer at mid-afternoon today, with buying interest seen mostly in selected heavyweights led by Maybank and Tenaga, dealers said

Share prices on Bursa Malaysia turned slightly higher at mid-day today, supported by gains in selected heavyweights, dealers said