Maybank IB Projects Crude Oil Prices At US$70 Per Barrel In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) expects Brent crude oil prices to be volatile and weaker this year, averaging at US$70 per barrel compared to US$80 per barrel last year.

Malaysia Must Beef Up Workforce Transformation To Be Future-Ready

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s workforce needs to be strengthened to ensure they are future-ready, particularly in the artificial intelligence (AI) and renewable energy sectors, said Learning Edge founder Perthpal Singh.

Ending Flat-rate Loan Calculations Can Curb Household Debt, Bankruptcy Risks -- Economists

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) proposal to abolish the flat-rate method for calculating personal financing is seen as a significant step towards improving the financial health of households, said an economist.

Insurance Industry In Limelight Due To Public Outcry Over Steep Medical Premium In 2024

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- A review of the insurance industry’s performance in 2024 will undoubtedly have to include the backlash faced by the insurance and takaful industry after it announced a steep hike in medical insurance premiums.

Mavenir, Spry Fox Networks Team Up To Revolutionise API Monetisation In Telecom Sector 

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Mavenir, the cloud-native network infrastructure provider, and Spry Fox Networks (SFN), a pioneer in application programming interface (API) monetisation and network exposure, have entered into a strategic partnership.

Research Firms Optimistic About Mah Sing's Growth Potential

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd remained upbeat on the prospect for real estate development company Mah Sing Group Bhd, driven by its growing exposure to the booming Johor property market. 

MATRADE Aims To Help Kelantan Entrepreneurs Penetrate Global Market

KOTA BHARU, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) aims to help more high-value products from Kelantan-based entrepreneurs reach global markets.

AM Best Affirms Petrolimex Insurance Ratings With Stable Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed Vietnam’s Petrolimex Insurance Corporation (PJICO) financial strength rating of B++ (good), the long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb” (good), and the country National Scale Rating (NSR) of aaa.VN (exceptional).

Bursa Malaysia Opens Little Changed Amid Mixed Market Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened little changed today on volatile trading amid Wall Street’s mixed sentiment, ahead of key US economic data set to be released later this week.

Diversification Key To Malaysia's Business Survival Amid Global Challenges, Says MIDA CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 3 (Bernama) -- Diversification of operations and markets has become essential for businesses in Malaysia to stay competitive, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid.

Northport Announces Leadership Appointments, Including Fakhrul Azhar as CEO

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Northport (Malaysia) Bhd has announced the appointment of three senior leaders, including Fakhrul Azhar Tajudin as its new chief executive officer (CEO), effective Dec 1, 2024.

Maybank Asset Management Partners With Fidelity International To Launch Multi-Asset Fund

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Maybank Asset Management Sdn Bhd (MAM Malaysia) has launched the MAMG Alpha Capital & Income Opportunities Fund to enhance diversification and deliver both income and capital growth.