Ringgit Hits Strongest Level Since June 2021, Rises 0.69 Pct Against USD

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit rallied to 4.1275/1310 against the US dollar on Wednesday, marking its strongest level since June 2021.

FBM KLCI Rebounds On Late Buying To End Higher As Broader Market Falls  

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index rebounded on late buying to finish higher after falling into negative territory at midday amid dampened sentiment in the regional markets stemming from weaker United States (US) consumer confidence data.

New Regulatory Framework On CCUS Aims To Make Malaysia A Global Hub - Rafizi

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia plans to introduce a robust regulatory framework in parliament by November with the aim of establishing Malaysia as a global carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) hub, said Minister of Economy Mohd Rafizi Ramli. 

BUSINESSNEXT Snags 2024 Best Perks & Benefits Award From Comparably

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- BUSINESSNEXT, a universe of composable enterprise solutions for banks and financial services, announced it has won the “2024 Best Perks & Benefits Award” from Comparably.

Accumulated Fixed Asset Investment Up 3.0 Pct To Rm5.60 Trn In 2023 -- Dosm

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s accumulated fixed asset investment, or gross capital stock (GKS), grew 3.0 per cent year-on-year (y-o-y) to RM5.60 trillion in 2023, the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM) said.

Ringgit Extends Gains Against Greenback On US Economic Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit maintained its upward momentum against the US dollar at today’s opening, breaking through the RM4.14 level for the first time since November 2021, an economist said.

Ringgit Jumps To 34-month High Vs US Dollar After China Unveils Stimulus Measures

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The ringgit jumped against the US dollar at the close on Tuesday, reaching its highest level in 34 months after China unveiled a stimulus package aimed at revitalising its economy.

Bursa-listed And Large Non-listed Companies Required To Comply With NSRF: SC

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF) will require companies listed on Bursa Malaysia's Main and ACE Markets, along with large non-listed firms generating annual revenue of RM2 billion or more, to comply with new sustainability reporting standards.

Premium Wages To Enhance TVET Education, Attract Top Talent - BELIA MAHIR

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The establishment of premium wages for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) graduates is expected to have positive implications, including addressing the shortage of skilled workers in various industrial sectors sought by employers, says National Organisation of Skilled Workers (BELIA MAHIR) secertary-general Mohammad Rizan Hassan.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher As China's Stimulus Measures Lift Regional Sentiment  

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher on Tuesday, driven by a positive Wall Street performance overnight and after China announced a stimulus package to jumpstart its struggling economy, sparking a rally in regional and global shares.

MAPIM Calls For Cross-political Support To Revitalise, Propel Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organisations (MAPIM) has called on all parties, regardless of political ideology, to support the MADANI Government’s efforts to revitalise and strengthen the national economy in the current situation where the ringgit continues to strengthen.

Kluang To Become Johor's Logistics Hub

JOHOR BAHRU, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- Kluang will become Johor’s logistics hub following the development of several infrastructure projects such as the Gemas-Johor Bahru Electrified Double Track project (Gemas-JB EDTP), the PLUS highway expansion and federal road upgrading works which will improve the district's connectivity.