Sime Darby Property Launches RM1.25 Bln Fund For Data Centres, Logistics Developments

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Property Bhd (SDP) has launched a RM1.25 billion real estate development fund, the New Economy Venture (NEV), to invest in build-to-suit-to-lease data centres, as well as industrial and logistics development projects within SDP’s key townships in Malaysia.

Capcom To Release Monster Hunter Wilds Expansion In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Capcom Co Ltd announced its plan to release Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, a massive expansion (paid content) for Monster Hunter Wilds, in 2027 as it continues to expand its flagship Monster Hunter franchise.

Reliable Credit Data Key To Expanding MSME Financing Access – Amir Hamzah

PETALING JAYA, June 9 (Bernama) -- Reliable and accessible credit data is critical to improving access to financing for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as it reduces information gaps and enables more efficient allocation of credit, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Sime Darby Property Traded Flat After Launching RM1.25 Bln Development Fund

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Property Bhd (SDP) counter was traded flat after announcing a RM1.25 billion real estate development fund, the New Economy Venture (NEV), to invest in build-to-suit-to-lease data centres, and industrial and logistics development projects within its key townships.

KLCI Futures Open Easier

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures opened lower on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives on Tuesday, tracking the weaker underlying cash market performance.

Malaysia's Role As Strategic Semiconductor Hub More Vital Amid Global Supply Chain Shift

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s role as a strategic semiconductor hub is becoming increasingly important as geopolitical tensions continue to reshape global supply chains.

Anwar's Call For Nationwide Crackdown For Illegal Foreign-run Businesses Timely - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's call for an immediate crackdown on illegal foreign-run businesses nationwide is timely, as such operations can harm micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), according to an economist.

Bursa Malaysia Slips At Open, Gainers Outpace Losers

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly lower today with the key index slipping 0.06 per cent even as investors continued to participate in the broader market despite lingering concerns over the West Asia conflict.

Ringgit Opens Higher Against US Dollar, Most Major Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against the US dollar and most major currencies today, tracking a slight pullback in the US Dollar Index (DXY) amid easing tensions in West Asia.

CPO Futures End Higher On Firmer Crude Oil, Soybean Oil Prices

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday, supported by firmer crude oil and soybean oil prices, a trader said.

MPRC Should Take Stronger Role To Help OGSE Companies Expand Globally -- Akmal Nasrullah

PUTRAJAYA, June 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC) should take a stronger leadership role in helping Malaysian oil and gas services and equipment (OGSE) companies expand beyond the domestic market and build long-term industry resilience, according to Minister of Economy Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

Gold Futures Falls Amid US Rate Hike Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, tracking the decline in the COMEX performance as fears of a United States (US) rate hike increased following its strong jobs report.