Rubber Market Closes Higher, Tracking Shanghai Gains And Oil Prices

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market continued its upward trend, closing higher on Friday, supported by an increase in regional rubber futures, driven by a rise in the Shanghai rubber futures market and stable crude oil prices, a dealer stated.

Ringgit On Firmer Footing Against US Dollar In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, July 25 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened on a slightly firmer footing against the US dollar this morning, shrugging off the broader G10 currencies' weakness as a confluence of domestic optimism and regional tailwinds lifted sentiment, said an analyst.

Maybank IB: Construction, Healthcare, O&G Among 2Q25 Bright Spots

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- While most sectors are expected to deliver flattish earnings in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25), Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) said it anticipates positive momentum in the construction, healthcare, property, oil and gas (O&G), and utilities sectors.

Ringgit Ends Higher Ahead Of US Tariff Negotiation Deadline

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, amid a mixed performance in regional currencies, as investors adopted a wait-and-see approach ahead of the United States (US) tariff negotiation deadline, an analyst said. 

Bursa Malaysia Ends Flat Amid Cautious Sentiment, Mixed Domestic Developments

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended almost flat on Monday, with the key index slipping 0.08 per cent, reflecting cautious market tone amid mixed domestic developments and bucking the broader regional trend.

Penang Muruku Entrepreneurs Thrive With Family Recipe

BUKIT MERTAJAM, July 20 (Bernama) – Armed with a cherished family recipe, a husband-and-wife duo turned their humble beginnings into a thriving muruku business, attracting customers from both Malaysia and abroad.

Market Jitters To Set Tone For Ringgit Next Week, With RM4.24-RM4.26 Range Expected

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, July 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to hover around RM4.24 to RM4.26 next week amid mixed signals in the market.

Malaysia Needs More Original Technology, Innovation, Not Just More Products -- Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs more technology and innovation originating from within its borders, rather than just more products on the road, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Brahim's Optimistic On New Clients, Global Halal Expansion

BANGI, July 17 (Bernama) -- Brahim's Holdings Bhd is steadily rebuilding its inflight catering business while expanding its presence in the global halal food segment, said its executive chairman, Datuk Seri Ibrahim Ahmad.

SCCCI, Maybank Ink MoU To Drive Cross-Border Trade, Investment Opportunities In JS-SEZ

KUALA LUMPUR, July 17 (Bernama) -- The Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCCI) and Maybank Singapore Ltd have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen cross-border business collaboration.

Juwai IQI Projects Chinese Investment To Be Around RM30 Bln For 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- Juwai IQI expects Malaysia to see Chinese investment inflow of at least RM30 billion this year, with battery and solar component plants accounting for a larger share.

Botanee Group Leads Chinese Beauty Industry Push At China-Thailand Cultural Exchange

KUALA LUMPUR, July 16 (Bernama) -- The "Mountains and Seas Spirits · Yu Garden Lantern Festival – 2025 China-Thailand Cultural Month" officially commenced at ICONSIAM, Bangkok, marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand.