Affin Hwang IB, CBOE In Partnership To Introduce VIX® Futures In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) — Affin Hwang Investment Bank Bhd has partnered with Cboe Global Markets Inc to introduce VIX® Futures to local investors.

Indonesia’s B50 Biodiesel Mandate Seen Strengthening Malaysia’s Palm Oil Competitiveness

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Indonesia’s move to implement its B50 biodiesel mandate is expected to enhance Malaysia’s competitiveness in the global palm oil market, says an economist.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher, CI Hit More Than Six-year High

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia concluded the week on a stronger note, with the benchmark index reaching a more than six-year high due to continued buying of blue-chip stocks, aligning with the performance of stronger regional markets.

Meltwater Achieves SOC 2 Type II Certification, Reinforcing Data Security Standards

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Meltwater, a global leader in media, social, and consumer intelligence, has achieved SOC 2 Type II certification, reinforcing its commitment to enterprise-grade data security and customer trust.

Bursa Malaysia's Key Index Ends 0.43 Pct Lower On Profit-taking

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index closed lower on Thursday amid profit-taking in big-cap stocks, as investors shifted their focus to smaller-cap counters against the backdrop of weaker regional market performance.

Bursa Malaysia's Key Index Rebounds 0.27 Pct On Heavyweight Buying

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index rebounded from earlier losses to close at its intraday high on Wednesday, gaining 0.27 per cent in late trading as buying interest returned to selected heavyweights.

IHEC 2026 Eyes RM500 Mln In Halal Trade Opportunities, Engagements

BANGI, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- The International Halal Economic Conference 2026 (IHEC 2026) is targeting trade and business engagements worth RM500 million.

Iskandar Waterfront City Obtains Bursa's Approval For Regularisation Plan

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Iskandar Waterfront City Bhd has obtained approval from Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd for its proposed regularisation plan, which comprises a proposed debt settlement and a proposed capital reduction, to exit its affected listed issuer status.

Bursa Malaysia Bucks Regional Trend, CI Down 0.45 Pct On Mild Profit-taking

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended lower on Tuesday, with the key index slipping 0.45 per cent amid a lack of catalysts and mild profit-taking following recent gains, in contrast with regional markets.  

Digital Advertising Driving Malaysia’s Adex Growth As Traditional Media Declines

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- Growth in Malaysia’s advertising expenditure (adex) continues to be driven almost entirely by digital platforms, while traditional media segments continue to decline, according to Kenanga Research.

Bursa Malaysia Up 0.63 Pct On Technology Rally Amid Geopolitical Risks

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 5 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s key index rose 0.63 per cent, sustaining a positive tone in line with major Asian markets, as a rally in technology stocks lifted sentiment, while heightened geopolitical risks reinforced investor preference for stable earnings and dependable cash flows in the Malaysian equity market.

Penang MICE Industry's Estimated Economic Impact Hit RM1 Bln In 2025

GEORGE TOWN, Jan 5 (Bernama) -- The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry in Penang recorded an estimated economic impact (EEI) of RM1 billion last year.