Global Shipping Costs To Remain High Amid Tariff Threats, Red Sea Challenges

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 1 (Bernama) -- Global shipping costs are expected to remain high next year, with freight rates likely to continue rising due to ongoing challenges in the shipping industry, including US President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats and the situation in the Red Sea.

Ringgit Seen Trading At 4.42-4.44 With Upside Bias Against US Dollar Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade within the range of 4.4275 to 4.4475 versus the American dollar next week, with a slight upside bias, on anticipation of a US interest rate cut in December.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Tight Rubber Supply Concerns

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Friday due to concerns over supply disruptions caused by rain and floods in key producing countries, a dealer said.

Wenzhou Conference On Maritime Silk Road Highlights Cooperation, Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- As 2024 draws to a close, the Maritime Silk Road marks another significant milestone with the 2024 Mayors Exchange Conference on Maritime Silk Road City Influence, taking place in the historic port city of Wenzhou in east China's Zhejiang Province for three days until Dec 1. 

Research Firms Upbeat About IHH

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHBIB) remains upbeat about IHH Healthcare Bhd’s strategic plan for both organic and inorganic growth over the mid-to-long term. 

Analysts Positive On Sime Darby FY2025 Earnings Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd has raised its financial year 2025 and 2026 (FY2025–FY2026) earnings forecasts for Sime Darby Bhd by two per cent to account for an upward revision of its 2025 Perodua sales volume assumption to 330,000 units from 310,000 units.

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.

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. 

Malaysia Seeks Advanced Technology, Investments For Rare Earth Processing

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The government will ensure the development of the rare earth element (REE) industry progresses, simultaneously encompassing the upstream and downstream sectors to meet industrial needs, said Economy Minister Rafizi Ramli.

Sime Darby’s Net Profit Soars To RM800 Mln In 1Q FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Bhd's net profit for the first quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (1Q FY2025) surged to RM800 million, up from RM589 million in the same period last year.

Malaysian SMEs Reap Benefits From CISCE In Beijing

By Syamsiah Sahat

BEIJING, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) described the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) as an eye-opening experience in terms of future market planning, as well as benefiting from finding space for their supply chain business.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher Amid Profit-taking In Plantation Stocks

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia finished slightly higher on Wednesday as gains in utility stocks helped offset selling pressure in the plantation sector.