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KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Business sentiment and conditions in Malaysia are expected to improve through 2026, according to a survey conducted by the Japanese Chamber of Trade & Industry Malaysia (Jactim) and the Japan External Trade Organisation (Jetro) Kuala Lumpur.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Pharmaniaga Bhd today secured shareholder approval for its proposed five-for-one share consolidation at the group’s extraordinary general meeting (EGM), with completion expected in early June 2026.
By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The New Incentive Framework (NIF) reflects a broader shift towards encouraging investments that contribute more meaningfully to Malaysia’s long-term economic priorities, according to Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA).
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended marginally lower on Tuesday as investors adopted a more defensive stance amid escalating geopolitical tensions and softer regional risk sentiment.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s automotive industry recorded a 14 per cent increase in total industry volume (TIV) to 72,113 vehicles in April 2026 compared to the preceding month.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Abaxx Technologies Inc (Abaxx), a financial software and market infrastructure company, announced that Abaxx Exchange will launch Abaxx Silver Singapore futures on May 22, expanding its precious metals product suite.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Five manufacturing subsectors were identified as being most affected by the impact of the energy crisis and global supply disruptions, according to Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Ahmad Nasir.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- The signature Kaili sour soup of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in Guizhou Province was showcased at the recent 2026 World Brand Moganshan Summit, promoting the region's industrial development and business potential to investors and guests across China.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malayan Flour Mills Bhd (MFM) outlined its RM100 million capital expenditure (Capex) plan for its flour milling business over two financial years, including the current financial year ending Dec 31, 2026 (FY2026).
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Gradiant has closed its Series E financing round led by Safar Partners and Hostplus Superannuation Fund, with participation from ClearVision Ventures and other global investors, valuing the company at US$2 billion. (US$1=RM3.97)
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed marginally higher at mid-afternoon due to buying activities in selected heavyweights led by the consumer products and services, utilities and construction sectors.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Ahmad Nasir said the government will continue implementing targeted interventions to ensure the rakyat are not left without appropriate support, particularly in ensuring sufficient supply of essential goods, stable prices and assistance reaching groups that genuinely require help.
