Affin Group Achieves MSCI ESG Rating Upgrade To AA

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- Affin Bank Bhd has been upgraded from ‘A’ to ‘AA’ in the Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings.

AIA Malaysia Clinches Top MDRT Spot In Malaysia For The Ninth Time

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- AIA Malaysia has been recognised as the number one Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) company in Malaysia, earning the distinction for the ninth time. 

MARC Ratings Projects Malaysian Economy To Grow By 4.4 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Rating Corporation Bhd (MARC Ratings) forecasts the Malaysian economy to grow by 4.4 per cent in 2025, down from 5.1 per cent in 2024, as external trade uncertainties dampen export momentum.

ASEAN Must Demand Equal Market Access From EU, China Amid Rising Tariff Pressure -- Analyst

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, July 11 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must demand reciprocal market access from major trading partners such as the European Union (EU) and China, especially in sectors like palm oil, halal products and electric vehicle (EV) battery minerals, to safeguard its regional trade stability amid rising global protectionism, an analyst said.

Construction Sector Top Target For ICS Threats In SEA - Kaspersky

KUALA LUMPUR, July 10 (Bernama) -- The construction industry in the Southeast Asia (SEA) region is expected to experience robust growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2 per cent from 2024 to 2028, according to Kaspersky.

LGMS To Acquire 27 Pct Stake In Antarex For RM22.68 Mln 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 9 (Bernama) -- Cybersecurity services provider LGMS Bhd has proposed to acquire a 27 per cent stake in Antares Holdings Sdn Bhd for RM22.68 million.

Anwar’s Visits To Italy, France, Brazil To Strengthen Investment, Trade Prospects

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani and Mikhail Raj Abdullah 

KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- Malaysia stands to gain immensely from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s official visits to Italy, France and Brazil, not only in attracting potential investments, but also in expanding export markets as protectionist tendencies from American tariffs threaten to shutter global trade.

Singapore Competition Watchdog Grants Conditional Nod To Malaysia Airlines-SIA Tie-up

SINGAPORE, July 7 (Bernama) -- The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) on Monday granted conditional approval for the proposed commercial cooperation between Singapore Airlines Ltd (SIA) and Malaysia Airlines Bhd.

Over RM2.2 Mln In Subsidies Still Available Under i-MULA 50 Insurance Initiative, Says LIAM

KUALA LUMPUR, July 7 (Bernama) -- More than RM2.2 million in subsidies remain available under the i-MULA 50 Starter Pack programme for first-time insurance buyers, according to the Life Insurance Association of Malaysia (LIAM).

BRICS Reaffirms Commitment To Fair Trade, IMF Reform, And Financial Cooperation

KUALA LUMPUR, July 6 (Bernama) — The BRICS grouping has sent a strong message in defence of a rules-based multilateral trading system, rejecting unilateral, punitive and discriminatory protectionist measures imposed that are not in line with international laws, under the pretext of environmental concerns.

mySalam Receives MBOR Recognition For Longest Financial Literacy Livestream

TAWAU, July 6 (Bernama) -- mySalam, the national takaful protection scheme managed by Great Eastern Takaful Berhad, has earned recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) for successfully hosting the longest non-stop financial literacy livestream via TikTok LIVE.

PM Anwar Calls On BRICS To Boost Intra-Trade, Champion Fair And Just Global Order

KUALA LUMPUR, July 5 (Bernama) —  Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for an increase in intra-BRICS trade and for the grouping to emerge as a strong and principled force, grounded in equity, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to shaping a more balanced and just international order.