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. 

Ringgit Ends Flat In Quiet Trading Ahead Of US Thanksgiving Holiday

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended flat against the US dollar on Thursday in a quiet trading session due to significantly reduced demand from key investors ahead of the US Thanksgiving holiday, an analyst said.

TNB Net Profit Almost Doubles To RM1.58 Bln In 3Q Amid Higher Electricity Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) net profit almost doubled to RM1.58 billion in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) from RM856.20 million in the same quarter last year, thanks to gains in foreign exchange translation, higher electricity sales and improved operational performance.

Banking Stocks Drag Bursa Malaysia Below 1,600 Level

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The fall in shares of banking heavyweights weighed heavily on Bursa Malaysia, causing the index to slip below the crucial 1,600 mark.

Franchise Sector Records Potential Investment Growth Exceeding RM911 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's franchise industry has recorded encouraging growth with an investment potential of more than RM911 million as of November 2024 compared with RM700 million a year ago, according to the Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Ministry (KUSKOP).

Alliance Bank Posts Higher 2Q Net Profit Of RM189.91 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd has posted a higher net profit of RM189.91 million in the second quarter of its financial year ending March 2025 (2Q FY2025) compared to RM185.33 million in the same period last year.

Bayan Baru MP Calls On BNM To Review 'Excessive' Insurance Premium Hikes

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has been asked to investigate and review the “excessive” increase in insurance premiums.

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.

Business Outlook For 4q Remains Positive - MIER

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) has indicated that the business outlook for the fourth quarter of 2024 (4Q 2024) remained positive, with the Business Confidence Index (BCI) reaching nearly 105 points. 

Bursa Malaysia Maintains Upward Momentum Amid Mixed Regional Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia keeps its momentum going at midday amid not-so-rosy regional markets as investors turn their attention to the upcoming US inflation report later tonight.

MITI Partners With Selangor, Johor To Ensure Dc Chargers In All Districts

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 27 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is collaborating with the Selangor and Johor state governments to ensure that every district has at least one direct current (DC) fast charger for electric vehicle (EV) use.

Reviving HSR Can Solidify Malaysia’s Leadership In Southeast Asia, Says Transportation Expert

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 26 (Bernama) -- Reviving the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) presents Malaysia with a transformative opportunity to unlock the country’s full economic potential and reinforce its leadership in Southeast Asia, according to transportation think tank My Mobility Vision.