ASYMMETRIC EFFECTS OF EXCHANGE RATES ON MALAYSIAN PALM OIL EXPORTS TO CHINA
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https://doi.org/10.46754/umtjur.v6i1.472Keywords:
Asymmetric, , exchange rate, export, non-linear, palm oilAbstract
Fluctuations in exchange rates can induce uncertainty, significantly impacting on a country's exports. The unexpected appreciation or depreciation of a currency can also influence the flow of palm oil exports between Malaysia and China, as it affects the relative prices. The purpose of this study is to investigate whether the effects of exchange rate fluctuations on palm oil exports exhibit symmetric or asymmetric relationship. Additionally, this study endeavors to ascertain the presence of the J-curve phenomenon in explaining the connection between exchange rates and Malaysia's palm oil exports to China. This study employs a quarterly dataset spanning from January 2010 to June 2023 and utilizes the linear and non-linear Autoregressive Distributed Lag approaches. The study's results affirm the presence of asymmetric effects stemming from exchange rate movements on Malaysia's palm oil exports to China. This study found that ringgit depreciation has a positives impact on palm oil exports in the long run. These empirical findings hold significance for policymakers, shedding light on the positive repercussions of palm oil price changes on economic activity, ensuring that all stakeholders in the sector reap the benefits accordingly.
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