The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade range-bound with a downward bias, driven by ongoing market volatility and various global uncertainties. Industry expert Denis Low noted that ...

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- Standard Malaysian Rubber 20 (SMR 20) closed higher today over concerns about natural rubber (NR) supply and optimism over increased automobile demand, a dealer said.

Looking ahead, dealers expected tight supply in Southeast Asia to help cushion falls in rubber futures, and China's buying interest, especially for SIR20 and SMR20 grades, to remain steady.