# Ringgit extends gains after BNM decision

> The ringgit strengthened to 4.0445–4.0490 per US dollar after Bank Negara Malaysia kept its overnight policy rate at 2.75%. The decision matched expectations, and the central bank’s outlook included 2026 economic growth above 5% alongside caution over inflation risks.

- Date: 2026-11-05 · published 2026-11-06T03:11:06.613Z
- Category: macro · region Malaysia · magnitude low
- Page: https://feedsoft.ai/events/83264-ringgit-extends-gains-after-bnm-decision
- Commodities: [Malaysian Ringgit (MYR per USD)](https://feedsoft.ai/c/USDMYR.md)

## Why it matters

The rate hold and positive growth outlook helped support the ringgit, potentially reducing the local cost of dollar-priced feed imports. Because the decision was expected, the currency impact may be limited.

## Read by commodity

- USDMYR: bearish ▼

## Sources

- thestar.com.my: https://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2026/11/06/ringgit-extends-gains-after-bnm-decision

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