KUALA LUMPUR, March 18 (Bernama) -- The introduction of key amendments to hire-purchase financing practices under the Hire-Purchase (Amendment) Act 2026 (HPAA) marks a significant move in strengthening borrowers’ protection, particularly for those looking to sell vehicles before their financing contracts mature, an economist said.
By Danni Haizal Danial Donald
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its upward momentum on Tuesday, closing higher against the US dollar as news of some ships being allowed safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz eased demand for safe haven assets and lifted regional currencies.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Helical Fusion Co Ltd, a Japanese fusion energy company, has announced the construction site for Phase 1 of Helix HARUKA, its Integrated Demonstration Device.
By Niam Seet Wei
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Integrated refurbished technology leader CompAsia Sdn Bhd is set to launch its Main Market initial public offering (IPO) on Bursa Malaysia in the first half of 2027 (1H 2027), aiming to raise around RM400 million to RM500 million, with a valuation of about RM2 billion.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s manufacturing sector stabilised in the second half of 2025 (2H 2025) following earlier weakness, with gradual improvement expected in the first half of 2026 (1H 2026), according to the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM).
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, March 17 (Bernama) -- Heightened geopolitical uncertainty surrounding developments in the Strait of Hormuz could influence global capital flows, with commodity-exporting economies such as Malaysia potentially better positioned amid rising energy prices.
PETALING JAYA, March 16 (Bernama) -- IJM Corp Bhd plans to exit its highway investments in India as part of its efforts to unlock shareholder value.
By Adnan Zaylani
There is a growing realisation across Malaysia that financial literacy is no longer a luxury skill reserved for financially savvy individuals. It is fast becoming a necessity for every household, student, worker, entrepreneur and retiree.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- The government will allocate an additional RM20 million to the Malaysia Co-investment Fund (MyCIF), in addition to the RM30 million announced in Budget 2026, bringing the total allocation this year to RM50 million.
By Zufazlin Baharuddin
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) – Companies with a strong brand position and better cost management are likely to deliver improved quarterly results, driven by festive sales, which in turn could support their share price, analysts said.
KUALA LUMPUR, March 16 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Monday, supported by mild dollar weakness, though persistent geopolitical uncertainties and elevated oil prices capped gains.
By Siti Radziah Hamzah
KUALA LUMPUR, March 15 (Bernama) -- As the 2026 Formula 1 (F1) season opened in Melbourne from March 6-8, the sport is facing one of its most complex geopolitical challenges in recent years.
