Downturn Continues On Bursa Amid Absence Of Leads From Wall Street, US Policy Worries

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its downtrend on Friday, driven by an absence of guidance from Wall Street and persistent concerns over US policy uncertainties.

Ringgit Higher Against US Dollar In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar in early trade today amid renewed buying interest, with investors flocking towards the local currency following the Thanksgiving holidays in the United States (US).

Wasco Records Net Profit Of RM25.02 Mln In 3q

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Wasco Bhd recorded a net profit of RM25.02 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) compared with RM27.41 million posted in the same quarter last year.

MSME Hub To Be Established In Sabah And Sarawak Next Year - KUSKOP

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) hub will be established in Sabah and Sarawak next year to provide entrepreneurs in both states with better access to business information.

Bumiputera Entrepreneurial Community Should Include Companies From Sabah, Sarawak - Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The bumiputera entrepreneurial community should not be restricted to companies in Peninsular Malaysia only, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof. 

PKNS Unveils SA Sentral Development Plan

SHAH ALAM, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The SA Sentral and Section 13 development plan, set to be implemented over the next seven years starting next year, will cover 58.6 hectares (145 acres) and aims to transform the area into a modern, dynamic, and competitive integrated hub in the country.

CPO Futures End Higher Due To Recent East Coast Flood

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives continued its rally for the fourth day to end higher on Thursday due to concerns about the recent east coast flood, a dealer said.

High-quality Corporate Reporting Helps Malaysia's Economy To 'Raise The Ceiling' - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- High-quality corporate reporting could play a role within the MADANI Economy framework, where Malaysia aims to 'raise the ceiling' by expanding the economic pie, fostering broader participation and increasing the complexity of our economy. 

BNM Urges Insurers, Takaful Operators To Review Repricing Strategies For More Reasonable Implementation

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has required insurers and takaful operators (ITOs) to review their current repricing strategies for more reasonable implementation. 

Malaysia Targets 1.5 Mln Visitors, Trade & Investment Worth RM13 Bln Via Participation In World Expo 2025 Osaka

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia aims to attract 1.5 million visitors and generate RM13 billion in trade and investment through its participation in the Malaysia Pavilion at the Osaka World Expo next year.

Malaysia's Insurance, Takaful Industry Sees 56 Pct medical Claims Cost Inflation From 2021-2023 - Associations

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s insurance and takaful industry saw unprecedented cumulative medical claims cost inflation rate of 56 per cent from 2021 to 2023, according to several associations.

Gold Futures Close Lower 

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today amid subdued demand, despite positive momentum in the United States COMEX gold market.