Kuala Lampur, April 6 --  

KUALA LUMPUR, April 6 - The ringgit opened firmer against the US dollar and other major currencies on Monday, supported by a softer greenback amid lingering geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

At 8 am, the local currency strengthened to 4.0225/0425 against the US dollar, from Friday's close of 4.0295/0350.

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Bhd chief economist Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid said the US dollar weakened as cautious sentiment persisted following US President Donald Trump's stance on targeting Iranian civilian infrastructure to ensure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

He said elevated Brent crude prices, at US$110.47 per barrel, point to rising inflationary pressures in the months ahead, while busine...