National Single Window Initiative Will Boost Malaysia-China Trade -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) — The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) is confident that Malaysia's single window trade initiative, to harmonise with China's customs system, will facilitate business and trade operations by reducing red tape, coordinate and launch Malaysia-China cross border trade processes.

FBM KLCI Rises As Investors Chase Glove Counters Amid Expectation For Outsized US Rate Cut

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended Tuesday’s trading higher, in line with global shares as hopes rise for an outsized US interest rate cut with investors chasing glove counters on news that the United States will finalise tariffs on Chinese goods, including medical gloves, this month.

11x Secures US$24 Mln To Advance AI-Powered Digital Workers, Expand Global Footprint

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- A pioneering AI startup transforming the modern workforce with autonomous digital workers, 11x announced closing a US$24 million Series A funding round. (US$1=RM4.29)

Saviynt To Address Local Identity Challenges At Singapore Event

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Saviynt, a cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions provider, announced its Converge Global Tour 2024 Singapore event, scheduled for Sept 20.

Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship To Enhance Trade With ASEAN Plus : MATRADE

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship next year presents an excellent opportunity for the country to expand and strengthen trade relations, not only with ASEAN members but also with neighbouring ASEAN Plus countries, according to the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session higher, ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision tomorrow, with sentiment lifted by rising expectations for an oversized rate cut.

SCF Acquires Newpark Resources' Fluids Systems Business 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- SCF Partners Inc (SCF) has acquired the Newpark Fluids Systems business (NFS), a global pure-play oil and gas and geothermal fluids solution provider, from Newpark Resources Inc.

MIHAS To Make Dubai Global Debut In November, Targets Rm1 Bln Sales — Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) — The Nov 18-20 Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) will make its international debut at MIHAS@Dubai with an export sales target of RM1 billion.

Bursa Malaysia Maintains Uptrend At Mid-morning, Glove Counters Among Top Gainers

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Trading on Bursa Malaysia continued to build up its momentum at mid-morning with glove counters dominating the gainers’ list.  

Malaysia's Economic Growth Sparks Review Of 2030 SDG Progress - Hanifah Hajar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- With Malaysia's economy on the rise, it is an opportune moment to review progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib said.

FBM KLCI Rises 0.17 Pct In Early Trade

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia traded slightly higher in early action, tracking mixed overnight performance on Wall Street ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision tomorrow.

Foreign Investors Netted RM217.6 Mln In Equities Last Week – MIDF

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors continued to reposition their funds ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s anticipated easing this week, net buying RM217.6 million during 9-13 September, marking the fifth consecutive week of net purchases.