CPO Futures Extend Gains On Strong Soybean Oil, DCE Performance

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives continue to close higher on Wednesday, supported by strong performance in related vegetable oils on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) and Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE).

Gold Futures Ease For Fourth Day, Tracking Weaker COMEX Performance

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives declined for a fourth straight session on Wednesday, mirroring the softer trend on the US COMEX market.

Ringgit Ends Slightly Lower Against US Dollar, Firmer Vs Other Majors

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed slightly weaker against the US dollar on Wednesday as investors shifted towards safe-haven assets, while trading mostly higher against other major and regional currencies.

Affin Bank Expects Revival In Malaysia’s Investment Cycle In 2H 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is expected to see a revival in its investment cycle in the second half of 2026 (2H 2026), supported by strong domestic demand despite the West Asia conflict, according to Affin Bank Bhd.

Agrobank Drives Nationwide Engagement With FUNancial Day 2026 Programme

KUALA LUMPUR, Apr 22 (Bernama) -- Agrobank is set to energise its nationwide network with the launch of FUNancial Day 2026, a large-scale branch activation programme aimed at strengthening customer engagement while driving business growth across all segments.

Bursa Malaysia Snaps Four-day Winning Streak On Profit-taking

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia snapped a four-day winning streak to close marginally lower today, as profit-taking followed mixed performances across regional markets.

Malaysia Should Reform, Recalibrate Response To Global Changes -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Malaysia should reform or recalibrate its response to changes in the global architecture, especially in trade, as they occur, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chairman Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

BNM International Reserves At US$128.8 Bln As At April 15, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) international reserves stood at US$128.8 billion as at April 15, 2026. 

Fee Review To Ensure SC's Long-term Financial Sustainability - Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) said its recent fee review aims to ensure the regulator’s long-term financial sustainability, given its current revenue structure is closely tied to market activity.

EZE Cloud Consulting Powers Global Growth With Workday AI Integration

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- EZE Cloud Consulting, an official Services, Sales, and Innovation Partner of Workday Inc, has successfully implemented Workday’s Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financial Management suite, driving automation and standardisation across its global operations.

Ketech Asia To Expand Product Line With Two New Ammunition Calibres In 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Local ammunition production company Ketech Asia Sdn Bhd plans to strengthen its product portfolio and revenue streams with the introduction of two additional calibres, namely the 7.62 millimetre (mm) and 12mm rounds next year, as part of its broader growth and capacity expansion strategy.

Bursa Malaysia Extends Losses At Midday In Line With Regional Downturn

KUALA LUMPUR, April 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended the morning trading session lower, weighed by continued selling interest in heavyweights, and in line with downbeat regional markets.