Ringgit Strengthens Against US Dollar As Rising Oil Prices Lift Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit finished stronger against the US dollar today, supported by rising oil prices which benefitted Malaysia as an oil exporter.

Consistent Buying Lifts Bursa Malaysia To End Higher, CI Up 0.67 Pct

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia sustained its bullish momentum to finish on a firm note today, supported by persistent buying interest amid positive sentiment across the board, said an analyst.

Kenanga Revises PCG's FY2025 Profit Forecast Up By 10 Pct, Reflecting Higher Polyolefin Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Research has revised its financial year 2025 forecast (FY2025F) core profit for Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd (PCG) upward by 10 per cent, reflecting higher polyolefin price assumptions and improved speciality division profits.

Steady Buying Pushes FBM KLCI To Close Above 1,600-level

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its positive momentum to finish higher today and above the key psychological level of 1,600, supported by persistent buying in utilities and industrial blue chips, said an analyst.

PNB Declares 5.75 Sen Per Unit Income, RM10.1 Bln Payout For ASB

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Permodalan Nasional Bhd’s (PNB) wholly owned unit trust management company, Amanah Saham Nasional Bhd (ASNB), has announced a total income distribution of 5.75 sen per unit for Amanah Saham Bumiputera (ASB) for the financial year ending Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024).

Renewed Buying Interest Lifts FBM KLCI To Close Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- The benchmark FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) staged a rebound from last Friday’s losses to close higher today, underpinned by renewed buying interest in banking stocks, in line with the mostly positive regional market performance, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Mixed

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning trading session mixed, tracking regional peers' performance amid positive cues from Wall Street last week.

Online Scams Hurt Investor Confidence, Seen As “Lucrative” By Syndicates

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- The government must intensify efforts to curb online financial scams, which, if left unchecked, will affect trade, tourism, as well as investor confidence and derail Malaysia’s zeal to emerge as a foremost investment destination.

GDA Stands Firm On RM11 Offer For MAHB Despite Directors' Rejection

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Gateway Development Alliance Sdn Bhd (GDA), the consortium proposing to privatise Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB), remains steadfast on its RM11 per share offer price, despite recommendations from independent directors to reject it.

Bursa Malaysia Achieves 55 IPOs, Highest In 19 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd has made a significant achievement in 2024 with 55 initial public offerings (IPOs) listed on the exchange, the highest number of listings recorded in the last 19 years.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Flat

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session almost flat, in tandem with its regional peers amid Wall Street’s mixed overnight performance. 

Research Firms Optimistic About Mah Sing's Growth Potential

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd remained upbeat on the prospect for real estate development company Mah Sing Group Bhd, driven by its growing exposure to the booming Johor property market.