AirBorneo To Start Jetplane Operations In July 2026 — Abang Johari

KUCHING, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- Sarawak-owned airline AirBorneo will begin operating jet aircraft from July next year as part of the state’s plan to strengthen regional air connectivity, Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said.

Capital A Expects To Exit PN17 Status By Year-end

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd expects to complete the consolidation of its aviation business to AirAsia X Bhd and exit Practice Note 17 (PN17) status by the end of this month. 

Johor Bahru-Kunming Direct Flights To Give Tailwind To Visit Malaysia 2026

BEIJING, Dec 5 (Bernama) -- Direct flights between Johor Bahru and Kunming will contribute positively to Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026), said Consul-General of Malaysia to Kunming, Muhamad Akmal Abdul Wahab. 

Govt Urged To Scrap 5 Pct Sales Tax On Sawn Timber, Review SST Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- The government has been urged to exempt the five per cent sales tax on sawn timber and to review the expanded scope of the Sales and Services Tax (SST), which has resulted in double taxation for the timber and wood-based industries.

Malaysia’s PMI Rises As November New Orders Hit Three-Year High

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s manufacturing sector Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 50.1 in November versus 49.5 in October, supported by a surge in new orders that reached their highest level in more than three years, said MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Gold Futures End Higher As Risk-off Sentiment Lifts Safe-haven Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today as risk-off sentiment prevailed, with investors turning to the safe-haven metal ahead of a potential US rate cut later this month.

Renewed Bargain Hunting Lifts Bursa Malaysia, CI Up 1.25 Pct

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia started the final month of the year on a firmer footing, with the key index climbing 1.25 per cent at Monday’s close, supported by renewed bargain hunting and year-end portfolio rebalancing by institutional investors.  

Asian Markets See US$1.17 Bln Foreign Selloff Last Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors were net sellers across the eight markets in the week ended Nov 28, 2025, with total outflows reaching US$1.17 billion (US$1 = RM4.13), about 5.8 times less than the week before. 

Smarter Energy, Better Wellbeing: Time Of Use Scheme Enhances Customer Savings In TNB’s 3Q 2025 Results

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) today reaffirmed its commitment to national wellbeing by emphasising customer empowerment, community support and long-term energy resilience at the forefront of its priorities. 

Labuan IBFC To Lead ESG, Shariah-compliant, Digital Finance Regionally -- Labuan FSA DG

LABUAN, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) is positioning itself as a regional hub for environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-aligned, Shariah-compliant and digitally driven financial solutions in full support of Malaysia’s sustainability agenda. 

SC Selects Six Firms For Inaugural Capital Market Sandbox

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has selected six participants for the inaugural cohort of its regulatory sandbox.

PM Anwar’s African Visit Beefs Up Ties With Global South, Carving Out Pathways To New Markets

NAIROBI (Kenya), Nov 25 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to three African countries in a continent which is increasingly being described as “young and fast” for its vibrant demographics and rising potential is a testament to Putrajaya’s commitment to strengthening ties with the Global South and positioning Malaysia strategically as a trusted partner in an increasingly multipolar world.