EPF Reforms Gain Industry Support, Ensure Business Sustainability And Talent Retention

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Industry leaders welcomed the passing of the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) (Amendment) Bill 2025, hailing it as a balanced approach that strengthens social security while ensuring business sustainability.

Kenanga Research Keeps Overweight On Plantations Amid Supply Deficit

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Research has maintained its “overweight” rating on the plantation sector, citing strong crude palm oil (CPO) prices and a persistent global supply deficit despite weaker exports.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower On US Tariff Concerns, CI Down 1.0 Pct

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed lower for a fourth consecutive day today in tandem with the weak regional market performance on trade war concerns following the United States’ (US) confirmation of its tariff imposition on Mexico, Canada and China, effective today.  

TH Plantations Net Profit Rises To RM75.18 Mln In FY2024, Declares 50 Pct Higher Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 28 (Bernama) -- TH Plantations Bhd (THP) posted a higher net profit of RM75.18 million in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024), versus RM46.62 million in the previous year, on the back of an increase in operating profit.

CPO Futures End Mostly Higher On Supply Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly higher today, supported by concerns over tight supply, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Lower In Sync With Regional Market

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended its losses for a second straight day today, in tandem with the weak regional market performance following negative cues from global equities, said an analyst.

Malaysia To Champion Sustainable Palm Oil – Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm oil producer, must take the lead in sustainability, taking bold steps to champion sustainable palm oil, especially as the world increasingly focuses on environmental responsibility.

Malaysia Eyes Zero CPO Exports As It Increases Production Of Downstream Products -- Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, 24 Feb (Bernama) --  The Ministry of Plantation Industries and Commodities (KPK) wants Malaysia to achieve zero export of crude palm oil (CPO) in the future by increasing the production of downstream products.

FBM KLCI Expected To Remain Range-bound Between 1,570 And 1,600 Next Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s main index is expected to trade within a range of 1,570-1,600 next week, due to a lack of fresh catalysts, an analyst said.

Johor Plantations Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM257.32 Mln For FY2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 17 (Bernama) -- Johor Plantations Group Bhd (JPG) recorded a higher net profit of RM257.32 million for the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024), up from RM167.31 million a year ago.

CPO Prices To Remain Stable In February - Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 12 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) prices are expected to remain stable this year, ranging between RM4,000 and RM5,000 per metric tonne (MT), according to analysts.

Malaysia To Ensure Plantations Have Enough Workers For Consistent Production -- Johari

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 4 (Bernama) -- The government, through the Plantation and Commodities Ministry (KPK), is committed to ensuring oil palm plantations have sufficient workforce so that production remains consistent and is not adversely affected.