Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher In Sync With Regional Markets

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rebounded from early losses to close higher today, supported by the upbeat performance of regional peers amid improved investor sentiment.

Sapura Industrial Says Largely Insulated From US Tariffs, Monitors Indirect Impact

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Sapura Industrial Bhd (SIB) said it remains largely insulated for now from potential exposure to United States (US) tariffs, though it continues to monitor indirect impacts on its clients and export market demand.

Takaful Industry Distributes RM10.20 Bln In Benefits In 2024 – MTA

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Takaful industry collectively disbursed a total of RM10.20 billion in benefits to certificate holders in 2024, marking a 16.73 per cent increase from the previous year, according to the Malaysian Takaful Association (MTA).

Bursa Opens Higher On Bargain Hunting, Wall Street Gains

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Monday, supported by bargain hunting and tracking Wall Street’s strong performance last Friday.

Airwallex Singapore Revenue Soars 153 Pct, Grows Team And Office Space 

KUALA LUMPUR, April 10 (Bernama) -- Airwallex, a global payments and financial platform, announced impressive growth in its Singapore operations for fiscal year 2024, with revenue surging by 153 per cent year-over-year.

'Trumpian Crisis' Opportunity To Turbo-charge Integration, Resilience Of ASEAN - Nazir Razak

KUALA LUMPUR, April 8 (Bernama) -- Calling the United States’ (US) tariffs move as a “Trumpian crisis”, Tan Sri Nazir Razak said it is an opportunity for ASEAN to demonstrate and further cement unity and resilience and together turbo-charge economic integration of the bloc.

Banking Sector Poised For Strong Loan Growth On Infra Projects, JS-SEZ, Renewable Energy Investments – MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, April 2 (Bernama) -- The banking sector’s loan growth prospects remain strong, buoyed by a combination of major infrastructure projects like the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone and renewable energy investments, said MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd.

HI Mobility Optimistic Its Johor Free Bus Service Contract Will Be Extended

KUALA LUMPUR, March 28 (Bernama) -- HI Mobility Bhd said it is optimistic that its contract will be extended in the Bas Muafakat Johor (BMJ) initiative that is due to end this month.

Islamic Financing To Maintain 8.0 Pct Growth In 2025 – RAM Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- RAM Rating Services Bhd (RAM Ratings) expects Islamic financing to expand at a steady eight per cent growth rate in 2025 despite global challenges and uncertainties.

Malaysia Remains Well-positioned To Navigate Challenges This Year -- MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia remains well-positioned to navigate challenges, backed by strong economic fundamentals, robust domestic demand, resilient household spending and increased investments.

Malaysia's Economic Growth To Remain Resilient In 2025 -- RHB IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth is expected to remain resilient this year, supported by continued progress on multi-year projects, rising household incomes, and easing global monetary conditions, RHB Investment Bank (RHB IB) said.

ST Rosyam Mart Targets RM2 Bln Sales In 2025

KLANG, March 20 (Bernama) -- The ST Rosyam Mart wholesale and retail supermarket chain targets sales of RM2 billion this year through its eight branches nationwide, including the latest branch which opened at Jalan Kebun here yesterday.