Rubber Market Ends Higher On Ringgit Support, Firmer Oil Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed higher on Monday, supported by a weaker ringgit against the US dollar and firmer crude oil prices, a dealer said.

Broader Trade Pacts, Fiscal Reforms Key To Ringgit Stability - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to remain open to a broader range of international trade agreements beyond its traditional markets, particularly the United States and China, to support the stability and further strengthening of the ringgit.

Wilfred Madius Appointed POIC Sabah Chairman, Roger Chin As Invest Sabah Chairman

KOTA KINABALU, Dec 29 (Bernama) --Tuaran Member of Parliament Datuk Seri Wilfred Madius Tangau, who is also Tamparuli state assemblyman has been appointed Palm Oil Industrial Cluster (POIC) Sabah chairman, while former Sabah Customs director Datuk Jonathan Kandok is deputy chairman.

Malaysia’s E-Commerce Stays Resilient, Future Growth To Focus On Service Quality

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s e-commerce sector remains resilient despite shifting consumer behaviour and global economic uncertainty, with the next phase of growth expected to focus more on execution than expansion, particularly in providing consistent, affordable, and reliable services.

Wuxiang New District Emerges As Engine For China-ASEAN Economic Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- Wuxiang New District of Nanning, the core zone of the "Nanning Channel" for China-ASEAN exchanges, is leveraging multiple national-level opening-up platforms and serving as a financial gateway orientated toward ASEAN.

Butterworth KTM Station, Air Cargo Terminal Upgrade To Drive More Balanced Development In Penang

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 28 (Bernama) -- The upgrade of Butterworth KTM Station and the expansion of the air cargo terminal at Penang International Airport could be important catalysts for achieving more balanced development between Penang Island and Seberang Perai.

KLCI Futures Likely To Be Subdued Next Week Amid Year-end Holidays

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to remain subdued next week, reflecting year-end holiday conditions and movements in the underlying cash market.

Australia Eyes Increased Investment And Trade With Malaysia Next Year

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26  (Bernama) -- Australia is eyeing an increase in investment and trade with Malaysia next year, said Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, Danielle Heinecke.

Tanco's Unit Appoints Hong Kong Firm To Operate Smart AI Container Port In Port Dickson

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Tanco Holdings Bhd’s 79 per cent-owned subsidiary, Midports Holdings Sdn Bhd (MHSB), has appointed Hong Kong-based Ocean Bridge International Ports Management Co Ltd (OBIPM) as the operator of the smart artificial intelligence (AI) container port project in Port Dickson.

Rubber Market Tracks Gains In Regional Futures But Ends Mixed On Rising Ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market closed mixed on Friday, tracking gains in regional rubber futures markets and steady crude oil prices, but a stronger ringgit against the US dollar weighed on sentiment.

Malaysia's Economy Remains Resilient In 2025 Amid Tariff Wars, Geopolitical Turbulence

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has maintained its economic resilience in 2025, supported by the country’s trade neutrality and openness despite United States (US) President Donald Trump's tariff wars and geopolitical turbulence, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Gold Holds Value, Serves As Household Economic Shield

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- For most Malaysian households, surging global gold prices are more than a tale of market speculation. They act as a financial safeguard, as the value of jewellery and accumulated gold holdings rises, easing household pressures and strengthening family resilience amid the rising cost of living.