US Dollar/Ringgit To Trade 3.95-4.05 In Near Term -- Apex Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Apex Securities expects the US dollar/ringgit pair to trade within the 3.95-4.05 range in the near term.

Understanding Supply Chain Shocks Amid Hormuz Disruptions is ASEAN's Key Challenge

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Understanding how global energy shocks transmit through production and supply chain networks is the key policy challenge for ASEAN economies, particularly in the wake of disruptions linked to the Iran-Strait of Hormuz.

DutyFreeZone Opens Early Enrolment For Global Duty-Free Platform

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- DutyFreeZone.com (DFZ) has launched its early enrolment programme for vendors, premium brands, suppliers and investors, advancing plans to build what it describes as the world’s first fully digital global duty-free marketplace.

Sharp Malaysia Enhances Consumer Engagement Via Japan's Nojima Tie-up

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Sharp Electronics (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd is enhancing consumer engagement via its collaboration with Japanese electrical appliances retailer Nojima Malaysia, alongside plans to expand its broader Japanese brand ecosystem.

Avaland Unit Acquires Taman U-Thant Land For RM86 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Avaland Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary Nexus Advertising Sdn Bhd has entered into a conditional sale and purchase agreement with Tong Ah Company Sdn Bhd to acquire freehold land at Taman U-Thant here for RM86.04 million.

Malaysia's Rising MHIT Costs Mainly Driven By Higher Healthcare Use -- World Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Cost pressures in Malaysia’s medical and health insurance/takaful (MHIT) sector are driven mainly by higher utilisation of healthcare services and misaligned incentives, rather than sharp increases in treatment prices, according to a World Bank Group report.

Singapore’s Top 100 Brands Rise 7 Pct To US$84.1 Bln Value In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s top 100 brands rose seven per cent year-on-year to a combined value of US$84.1 billion in 2026, driven by growth across the banking, engineering, food and real estate sectors, according to the Brand Finance Singapore 100 2026 report. (US$1 = RM3.95)

Zhongshan Firms Showcase Smart Manufacturing Products In Malaysia Trade Push

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The first overseas edition of Guangdong’s “Goods Go Global” trade promotion programme has brought more than 70 manufacturers from Zhongshan to Kuala Lumpur, showcasing consumer goods and smart manufacturing products over the weekend.

Labuan IBFC Records US$94 Bln In Total Assets In 2025 - Market Report

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) recorded total industry assets of US$94 billion (US$1=RM3.95) in 2025, up 13 per cent from the previous year, reflecting continued resilience and growth momentum across key sectors.

MATRADE Targets RM4.5 Billion In Sales At MIHAS 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is targeting RM4.5 billion in sales at the Malaysia International Halal Showcase 2026 (MIHAS 2026).

Ringgit Closes Higher Against US Dollar On Tech-led Inflows, Easing Geopolitical Risks

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the greenback today on improved optimism, as markets saw inflows into semiconductor-related stocks, which benefited Malaysia.

Chery’s iCAUR Targets Europe With Urban Outdoor Vehicles

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- Chery Group announced its vehicle brand iCAUR is preparing to launch in Europe as it promotes its Urban Outdoor mobility concept ahead of its 2026 International Business Summit.