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Ringgit hits near 8-year high, fall in unemployment rate reflects reform efforts

Published on 4 Feb 2026 3:24:53 PM

The ringgit has strengthened to its highest level in nearly eight years on the back of stronger investor confidence, rising investment inflows and firmer economic fundamentals, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

He told the Dewan Rakyat that the local currency had appreciated to RM3.92 against the US dollar as at Jan 28, 2026, making it one of the better performers in the region.

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The ringgit has strengthened to its highest level in nearly eight years on the back of stronger investor confidence, rising investment inflows and firmer economic fundamentals, says Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

He told the Dewan Rakyat that the local currency had appreciated to RM3.92 against the US dollar as at Jan 28, 2026, making it one of the better performers in the region.

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