BTC iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF
Latest BTC iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF News and Updates
Notable Gainers and Losers among Major Currency Pairs
Major Asian currency pairs were trading on a negative bias against the US dollar on August 12, 2016. The US dollar broadly rose against the other currencies.
What’s behind Malaysia’s Large Trade Surplus in June 2017?
Malaysia’s trade surplus jumped to 9.9 billion Malaysian ringgit (MYR) (about $2.3 billion as of August 11, 2017) in June 2017—an 80% rise YoY.
How to Invest in Malaysian Equities via ETFs
If you want to invest in Malaysian equities, then the iShares MSCI Malaysia ETF (EWM) is the fund for you.
Can Malaysia’s Improved Retail Sales Support Economic Growth in 2017?
Retail sales in Malaysia rose 13.9% YoY (year-over-year) in June 2017, compared with its 13.6% gain in May 2017.
Understanding the Marginal Decline in Malaysian Exports in June
Exports from Malaysia in June 2017 stood at 73.1 billion Malaysian ringgit (MYR) (about $17 billion as of August 11, 2017), or 10% higher YoY.
Inside Malaysia’s Rising Trade Surplus in May
Malaysia’s (EWM) trade performance in May 2017 appeared to benefit from improved global (ACWI) trade.
Can Improved Demand Help Malaysia’s Economy Expand in 2Q17?
The Malaysian economy gave us an impressive growth story in 1Q17, with its increased investments in infrastructure and private sector expansion.
Malaysian GDP Grew Slower, Inflation Beat Expectations in India
The Malaysian economy grew by 4.0% on an annual basis in 2Q16—in line with estimated forecasts and against 4.2% growth recorded in 1Q16.
Bank of Korea Keeps Rates Unchanged, Asian ETFs Trade Positive
South Korea’s monetary policy committee kept the benchmark interest rate unchanged at a record low of 1.3%—in line with expectations.
Inflation Levels Fall in Singapore, Malaysian Unemployment Rate Falls
The inflation rate in Singapore fell by 0.7% on an annual basis in June after a 1.6% drop in May and estimated forecasts of a contraction of 1.1%.
Inflation Levels in Malaysia Ease, Taiwanese Export Orders Drop
The inflation rate in Malaysia increased by 1.6% on an annual basis in June—compared to 2.0% in the previous month and below forecasts of 1.6%.
Central Bank of Malaysia Cuts Rates by 25 Basis Points
The Central Bank of Malaysia unexpectedly reduced the benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3% on July 13—bringing the rates to two-year low levels.
Is Asia a Compelling Investment Proposition?
Given the diversity it can provide due to its composition, Asia makes a compelling investment destination for investors who are looking for growth.
What Were the Best-Performing Currencies on June 29?
The Malaysian ringgit led the rise in Asian currencies as the US dollar-ringgit currency pair, which is inversely related to the ringgit, fell by 1.7%.
Disappointing Macro Releases across South Asian Economies
Among South Asian economies, industrial production for Singapore released below expectations for May at 0.9% on an annual basis.