Analyst demands stronger leaders.

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SINGAPORE: Japanese rubber futures rose for a third straight session on Thursday, supported by heavy rain warnings in top producer Thailand, although gains were limited by BYD’s lowered sales targets. The Osaka Exchange (OSE) rubber contract for February delivery was up 1.1 yen, or 0.35percent, at 319.8 yen (USD2.17) per kg.

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The ringgit is expected to rise against the American dollar next week after the US nonfarm payrolls (NFP) data came in below expectations, boosting hopes for an interest rate cut in the United States later this month.

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At 6pm, the local note eased to 4.2260/2320 versus the dollar.

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