Trump Presidency To Enhance Malaysia's Export Potential, FDI Inflows -- CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 (Bernama) -- Donald Trump’s re-election as the United States (US) President is expected to accelerate the China Plus One strategy, benefitting Malaysia through higher investments and enhanced export potential, particularly in sectors such as electronics, machinery, and palm oil. 

RHB Investment Bank Maintains Malaysia 2025 GDP Forecast At 5.0 Pct Post-Trump Win

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd has maintained Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast at 5.0 per cent based on global assumptions for a Goldilocks backdrop following Donald Trump’s victory in the United States (US) presidential elections.

Gold Futures End Lower On Stronger US Dollar, Higher US Treasury Yields

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, weighed down by the US dollar’s stronger performance and higher United States (US) Treasury yields, said an analyst.

Tech Stocks On Bursa Malaysia Rally In Anticipation Of Trump Presidential Win

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Technology and semiconductor-related stocks on Bursa Malaysia surged at today's close, amid anticipation of the Republican candidate Donald Trump's victory over Democrat rival Kamala Harris in the 2024 United States (US) presidential election.

Bolt Launches Ride Hailing Service In Klang Valley To Support Local Shared Mobility Demand

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Europe’s leading mobility company, Bolt has launched its ride-hailing service in Klang Valley, aiming to support Malaysia’s growing demand for shared mobility, projected to serve 11.47 million users by 2029.

Geely Says Once Drivers Try EVs, They Won’t Return To Petrol

HANGZHOU (China), Nov 6 (Bernama) -- Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining momentum globally, with China at the forefront of this shift toward eco-friendly transportation.

Bursa Malaysia Reverses Early Losses To End Higher Ahead Of MPC Outcome

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia recouped earlier losses to close higher today as late buying lifted the benchmark index to its intraday high on market expectations that Bank Negara’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at its meeting tomorrow.

Building People-centered City For Better Life At Shanghai Expo

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The Shanghai International City and Architecture Expo 2024 was held at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Center from Oct 31 to Nov 2 as one of the major events in Shanghai to mark this year's World Cities Day.

Agro Snow Set To Transform Plant-Based Food Industry

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Global agri-commodity company Agrocorp International and Megmilk Snow Brand have partnered to invest in eco-friendly protein production, Agro Snow, in Johor Bahru. 

Gold Futures End Lower Amid Ongoing US Political Uncertainties, Middle East Tensions

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Monday but remained buoyed by ongoing political uncertainties in the United States and Middle East geopolitical tensions, said an analyst.

ABM Welcomes GX Bank, Boost Bank As New Members

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- The Association of Banks in Malaysia (ABM) has announced the addition of GX Bank Bhd and Boost Bank Bhd as new members, marking a pivotal moment in Malaysia’s banking industry.

Meltwater, Cyabra Join Forces To Tackle Dis- And Misinformation Threats To Brands

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 4 (Bernama) -- Meltwater, a media, social, and consumer intelligence global provider, announced a new strategic partnership with Cyabra, whose AI shields companies and government agencies from dis- and misinformation by uncovering fake profiles, harmful narratives, and generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) content.