Large-Cap Buying, Regional Cues Push Bursa Up 0.47 Pct At Close

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed 0.47 per cent higher today as investors shifted their focus to large-cap stocks while tracking key regional indices.

AIM Committed To Providing Shariah-compliant Financial Facilities

By Azli Shafii

TANAH MERAH, Sept 7 (Bernama) -- Amanah Ikhtiar Malaysia (AIM) is committed to expanding its Ikhtiar Ar-Rahnu service nationwide to provide takaful-protected, Shariah-compliant micro-financing facilities.

Axis-REIT Acquires Industrial Property In Port Klang For RM50 Mln 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- Axis Real Estate Investment Trust's (Axis-REIT) trustee, RHB Trustees Bhd, has entered into a sale and purchase agreement to acquire an industrial property from Barry Callebaut Malaysia Sdn Bhd for RM50 million.

Budget 2026 Will Strengthen Housing Reform, Expand Access To Affordable Housing -- Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- As preparations for the upcoming Budget 2026 to be unveiled in October are underway, the government will also examine support mechanisms to strengthen housing reform, with a particular focus on expanding access to affordable housing, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Tropicana Redeems RM100 Mln Sukuk Wakalah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Tropicana Corporation Bhd has redeemed another tranche of the sukuk wakalah programme worth RM100 million due today.

Inta Bina Bags Construction Project Worth RM212.34 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Inta Bina Group Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary Inta Bina Sdn Bhd (IBSB) has accepted a letter of award (LoA) for a construction project worth RM212.34 million from Sime Darby Property (KL East) Sdn Bhd.

Bursa Malaysia Pares Gains But Stays Up For Second Straight Day

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia pared gains but still ended up for the second straight session on Wednesday, supported by buying of selected counters in consumer products and services, as well as telecommunications and media sectors.

FBM KLCI Stages Rebound On Late Bargain Hunting

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia rebounded from last Friday’s loss to close higher on Tuesday as late buying lifted the key index amid a mixed regional market performance and ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee meeting on Thursday.

AM Best Places Sompo Group Ratings Under Review Following Aspen Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- AM Best has placed under review with positive implications the financial strength rating (FSR) of A+ (Superior) and the long-term issuer credit ratings (Long-Term ICR) of “aa-” (Superior) of Sompo Japan Insurance Inc (SJ) and its subsidiaries.

AM Best Affirms Strong Credit Ratings For Bermuda's INPEX Insurance

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent) for Bermuda’s INPEX Insurance Ltd (IIL), with a stable outlook.

Asia Will Retain Leadership In Chip Manufacturing Next Five Years - Moody's Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Asia will retain its leadership in chip manufacturing over the next five years, supported by cost advantages, established ecosystems and deep technical expertise, said Moody’s Ratings today.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Muted Trading After Long Holiday

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia started the week on a softer note, with muted trading after the long weekend.