Fed, BoJ rate hikes may pressure ringgit and Bursa, say analysts
Malaysian assets could come under near-term pressure if the US Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan raise policy rates this week, market observers say. Risks include a weaker ringgit, higher bond yields, foreign equity outflows and valuation pressure on REITs, property and high-growth tech stocks. Malaysia's domestic growth, institutional support and AI-driven export demand may cushion the impact.