Ringgit bonds to maintain steady momentum


RAM Rating Services Bhd senior economist and head of economic research Woon Khai Jhek

PETALING JAYA: The ringgit bond market, which saw overall net foreign inflow amounting to RM23.6bil last year, is set to continue its momentum in 2024, underpinned by anticipation of falling global interest rates.

As global interest rates are expected to decline this year and moving forward, bond strategists and economists said foreign investors would be keen on buying longer-dated government bonds compared to shorter duration papers due to their attractiveness.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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