Ringgit Weakens Against US Dollar, Gains Versus Other Currencies

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today as investors scaled back their expectations for the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) to cut interest rates.

Malaysia's Wholesale, Retail Trade Records RM154 Bln In Sales In March 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s wholesale and retail trade sector recorded total sales of RM154 billion in March 2025, marking a year-on-year (y-o-y) growth of 5.7 per cent, said the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Yin’s Sourdough, A Story Of Daughter’s Love And Perseverance

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 11 (Bernama) -- From a decade-long career in pharmaceutical sales to kneading dough in a small shop in Balik Pulau, Penang, 48-year-old Chan Su Yin’s journey as the founder of Yin’s Sourdough Bakery & Cafe is a story of transformation, purpose and perseverance.

AIROD, Satys Ink Joint Venture Agreement To Enhance Malaysia’s Aircraft MRO Sector

KUALA LUMPUR, May 9 (Bernama) -- Aerospace engineering company AIROD Sdn Bhd has signed a joint venture agreement with Satys Aircraft Painting to boost the capabilities of Malaysia’s aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, particularly in exterior finishing and aircraft painting.

YPA Must Serve As Valued-added Arm Of AIPA - Johari Abdul

KLANG, May 6 (Bernama) -- The Young Parliamentarians Of AIPA (YPA) must serve as a value-added arm of the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (AIPA) by contributing bold and innovative ideas to secure long-term prosperity in the region, said AIPA president Tan Sri Johari Abdul.

CPO Futures Likely To Retain Downward Bias Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures market is expected to remain under pressure next week, largely due to ongoing concerns over rising domestic stock levels amid tepid demand and improving production.

Rubber Market May Rebound On Chinese Stimulus Plan

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 3 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to rebound slightly next week supported by a positive outlook amid potential Chinese stimulus measures, the Malaysian Rubber Glove Manufacturers Association (Margma) said.

CPO Futures Fall On Concerns Over Higher Output, Stockpiles

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Friday, reversing earlier gains as concerns over rising output and high domestic stock levels weighed on market sentiment.

Rubber Market Closes Lower On Stronger Ringgit, Mixed Regional Cues

KUALA LUMPUR, May 2 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed lower today, weighed down by a mixed performance in the regional rubber futures markets and a stronger ringgit against the US dollar, said a dealer. 

CPO Futures End Lower On Output Concerns, Weak Exports

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Wednesday, weighed down by expectations of rising production and subdued export demand that could lift domestic stock levels, said palm oil trader David Ng.

Malaysian Rubber Market Ends Mixed Ahead Of Labour Day Holiday

KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed mixed today in tandem with regional rubber futures markets, said a dealer.

CPO Futures End Lower On Weaker Soybean Oil Prices, Output Concerns

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower today, weighed down by weaker soybean oil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) and concerns over rising production in the coming weeks, said palm oil trader David Ng.