Xsolla Integrates Paidy, Boosts Japan Gaming Payment Options

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- Xsolla, a global video game commerce company, announced a significant expansion of its payment solutions in Japan through a new integration with Paidy, the country’s leading Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) service.

Ringgit Opens Near Five-year High Vs US Dollar After BNM Holds OPR

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened near a five-year high against the US dollar on Friday after Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) kept the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.

Teledyne Launches SCION Family Of SWIR Cameras

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Teledyne Judson Technologies, a Teledyne Technologies company and global imaging solutions leader, announced the launch of the SCION Family of SWIR cameras, a high-performance platform designed for demanding applications in hyperspectral imaging, biosciences, space & defence, and semiconductor markets.

IMF Raises Malaysia’s Real GDP Growth Forecast To 4.3 Pct for 2026, 2027

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its projection for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.3 per cent for both 2026 and 2027, representing an upward revision of 0.3 percentage points.

Malaysia’s Corporate Bond Issuance Seen At RM130-140 Bln In 2026 – RAM Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s corporate bond issuance is projected to reach between RM130 billion and RM140 billion in 2026, remaining above the historical average of RM122 billion, according to RAM Ratings.

King Praises National Economic Achievements, Malaysia's Success As ASEAN Chair

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia congratulated the government on Malaysia's success as the ASEAN chair last year and the country's success in recording positive economic growth last year.

Malaysian Economy To Stay Resilient In 2026 On FDI, Robust Infrastructure Investment -- HSBC

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is expected to remain resilient this year, driven by the ongoing foreign direct investment (FDI) and robust infrastructure investment, said HSBC chief Asia economist Frederic Neumann. 

AM Best: India’s Non-Life Insurance Segment Outlook Remains Stable

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained its outlook on India’s non-life insurance segment at stable, citing supportive macroeconomic conditions and sustained insurance demand driven by regulatory initiatives and reforms.

Maybank IB Projects FBM KLCI To Reach 1,730 By End-2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) projects the FBM KLCI to reach 1,730 by end-2026 under its base-case scenario, while its bull-case scenario sees the benchmark index rising to 1,850.

Trump Tariffs In Focus Ahead Of Key US Court Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Countries across the globe, including Malaysia, await the US Supreme Court ruling later today on the reciprocal tariff imposed by President Donald Trump. 

FBM KLCI Edges Lower But Holds Above 1,700 In Early Session

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia eased in early trade today after touching its highest level in more than six years, weighed by negative sentiment following Wall Street’s overnight performance, though the benchmark index remained above the 1,700 level.

Richmond Asia Group Targets 20-hotel Portfolio In Malaysia By 2033

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Richmond Asia Group plans to expand its hospitality portfolio in Malaysia to 20 hotels over the next eight years.