MIDA, Daikin And SHRDC Collaborate To Strengthen Local Supplier Capabilities

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) has collaborated with Daikin Malaysia Sdn Bhd and the Selangor Human Resource Development Centre (SHRDC) to organise the MIDA-Daikin Supply Chain Programme.

Sarawak Consolidated Industries Completes RM113 Mln Subsidiary Disposal

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Sarawak Consolidated Industries Bhd (SCIB) has completed the disposal of its subsidiary SCIB Concrete Manufacturing Sdn Bhd (SCM) for RM113 million.

Bank Islam Offers Integrated Banking Solutions For Malaysian Haj Pilgrims

KUALA LUMPUR, May 12 (Bernama) -- Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd is offering integrated and comprehensive haj banking solutions to help Malaysian pilgrims manage their financial affairs seamlessly, from pre-departure preparations to the performance of haj rituals in Makkah and Madinah.

KWAP Emerges As Substantial Shareholder In Aeon Co

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Retirement Fund Inc, better known as Kumpulan Wang Persaraan Diperbadankan (KWAP), has emerged as a substantial shareholder in Aeon Co (M) Bhd after acquiring more than 1.56 million shares in the company.

Hektar REIT Proposes RM125 Mln Deal To Acquire, Lease International School

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Hektar Real Estate Investment Trust (Hektar REIT) has proposed to acquire the leasehold interest in 2.43 hectares in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, together with a private school known as KYS KL East International School (KYSKLEIS) on it, for a purchase consideration of RM125 million.

Asian Development Bank, Labuan Chamber Of Commerce Discuss Labuan's Potential Economic Growth

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, May 22 (Bernama) -- The Asian Development Bank (ADB) held a strategic engagement session with the Labuan Chamber of Commerce (LCC) to explore Labuan’s potential as a regional platform capable of supporting economic growth and connectivity across Asian countries.

Ringgit Ends Three-day Rally Against US Dollar Amid Geopolitical Concerns

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22  (Bernama) -- The ringgit retreated against the US dollar on Friday, ending a three-day winning streak as investors focused on geopolitical tensions and the increasingly hawkish stance adopted by central banks globally.

KLCI Futures Close Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher today, in line with the underlying cash market’s performance. 

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher On Bargain Hunting

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended higher on Friday as bargain hunting resurfaced following several weak trading sessions. 

Mahsuri Food Launches State-of-the-art Production Facility In Negeri Sembilan

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Local halal sauces and condiments manufacturer, Mahsuri Food Sdn Bhd has launched its new state-of-the-art production facility in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, marking its efforts to scale its production capabilities and efficiency.  

InterSystems Opens Jakarta Office To Expand Indonesia Presence

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- InterSystems, a creative data technology provider headquartered in Boston, has expanded its Indonesia presence with the opening of a new office in Jakarta.

EMGA Arranges US$15 Mln OeEB Financing For Asia Alliance Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA) announced that OeEB has provided a US$15 million financing facility to Asia Alliance Bank (AAB) to support funding for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), women entrepreneurs and green projects in Uzbekistan. (US$1=RM3.95)