Ringgit edges higher as investors await US midterm election results and BNM rate decision

The Malaysian ringgit edged higher against the US dollar on Wednesday, as investors remained cautious ahead of the United States midterm elections and Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting. Analysts noted that market sentiment was expected to remain cautious, with the rising cost of living, particularly petrol prices, being a key concern for voters.

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid highlighted that the US midterm elections and the BNM MPC decision would be closely watched by traders, leading to a narrow range for the ringgit today.

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