KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's near-term policy priorities should focus on preserving macroeconomic stability while safeguarding critical buffers amidst the global supply shock due to the West Asia conflict.
From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
BANGKOK, May 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) said reforms introduced following its privatisation exercise last year have strengthened operational efficiency, accelerated infrastructure planning and improved decision-making processes across Malaysia’s airport network.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd’s net profit increased slightly to RM1.75 billion in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q 2026), from RM1.74 billion in the same period last year, supported by continued expansion in its loan and deposit portfolios.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended sharply higher on Wednesday, reaching a new high for 2026, supported by the persistent concerns over tight natural rubber supply across major producing countries and a decline in local rubber production, a dealer said.
From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram
BANGKOK, May 13 (Bernama) -- Airport operators must exercise agility and flexibility, and collaborate to navigate the growing uncertainties, such as geopolitical tensions, operational disruptions, and changing passenger expectations, that the global aviation industry faces.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 (Bernama) -- Persona AI announced a research and development collaboration with Under Armour to study how advanced performance materials can support humanoid robots operating in industrial environments.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index remained above the 1,700-point level at the end of the morning trading session, supported by buying interest, particularly in plantation and healthcare counters.
By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran
KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy remains resilient despite mounting risks from the ongoing West Asia conflict, supported by strong domestic demand, sustained investment activity and robust exports linked to the global technology and artificial intelligence (AI) upcycle.
By M. Saraswathi & Karina Imran
KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Monetary policy is primarily a demand management tool. As such, it is generally a less appropriate tool in addressing supply-driven shocks, such as rising fuel and commodity prices, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent during its meeting today.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s business events industry continues to strengthen its role in driving economic growth, knowledge development and global connectivity through stronger collaboration among the government, industry players and professional associations.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Oil prices surged above US$120 per barrel on Thursday as US President Donald Trump warned Iran that US naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz could last months.
