OGX Group Secures RM72 Mln Orders Amid East Malaysia Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- ACE Market debutant OGX Group Bhd has secured order books worth RM72 million as of Jan 13, 2026, as it accelerates expansion in East Malaysia.

Hong Leong Islamic Bank Rebrands As HLB Islamic, Eyes Strong Financing Growth

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Islamic Bank Bhd is now known as HLB Islamic following a brand refresh, with the bank aiming to maintain financing growth above the industry average over the next three to five years.

Movellus Clocking Technology Added To Synopsys SLM Portfolio

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Movellus announced its adaptive clocking technology has been integrated into the Synopsys Silicon Lifecycle Management (SLM) IP portfolio, addressing power optimisation challenges in complex artificial intelligence (AI)-era chips.

Carbon Pricing Should Be Viewed As Emerging Transition Risk - Kenanga IB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The introduction of carbon pricing should be viewed not only as a compliance requirement but also as an emerging signal of transition risk that will increasingly need to be incorporated into portfolio analysis, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

Investors Should Diversify Portfolios Amid Oil Price Volatility - Asia School Of Business CEO

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- Investors should diversify their portfolios and consider shifting towards low-risk, higher-quality investments during periods of uncertainty caused by volatile oil prices, according to Asia School of Business chief executive officer and president Prof Joseph Cherian.

Capital Market Masterplan 2026-2030 Vital Blueprint For Sustainable Returns - LTAT

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Armed Forces Fund Board (LTAT) views the newly launched Capital Market Masterplan 2026-2030 (CMP) by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) as a vital blueprint that aligns with its mission to generate sustainable, long-term returns for its contributors.

SC Reviewing Retirement Savings Framework, May Require Legal Changes

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Securities Commission (SC) is reviewing mechanisms and structures to enhance individuals’ control of their retirement savings as it aims to expand the range of retirement-focused offerings to facilitate more active management of wealth.

Next Gen Investors Focus More On Emergency, Travel Fund - SC

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- Younger investors tend to focus less on retirement and more on immediate priorities with building emergency savings ranked first with 46 per cent, funding travel at 39 per cent ranking higher than making large, long-term investments at 15 per cent.

Lantronix Expands Embedded Compute Platform With MediaTek-Based SOM Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- Lantronix Inc has announced a significant strategic expansion of its embedded compute platform through new System-on-Module (SOM) solutions based on the Genio family of System-on-Chip (SOC) platforms from MediaTek Inc.

AM Best Affirms Fidelity Life Assurance Credit Ratings As Excellent

KUALA LUMPUR, March 6 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of New Zealand’s Fidelity Life Assurance Company Limited (Fidelity Life Assurance).

Middle East Tensions Rattle Markets; Malaysia’s Strong Fundamentals Offer Buffer, Says Economist

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The Middle East conflict, particularly disruptions along the Strait of Hormuz, has triggered heightened volatility in global markets, with investors shifting towards safe-haven assets amid concerns over energy supply security.

GBI Launches Global Building Certification To Achieve Sustainability, Performance Outcomes

KUALA LUMPUR, March 4 (Bernama) -- The Green Building Initiative (GBI) announced the global launch of Ascent Building Certification, a science-based whole building programme designed to evaluate sustainability, health, and resilience practices for commercial real estate across regions and portfolios.