Ringgit Continues To Extend Loss On Fed’s Hawkish Turn

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar on Thursday, continuing its decline after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) signalled a more cautious approach to rate cuts next year, following a 25-basis-point reduction on Wednesday.

Banking Sector Thriving In 2024, Sees Major Acquisitions

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 10 (Bernama) -- The Sarawak state government’s acquisition of a major stake in Affin Bank Bhd and Public Bank’s purchase of equity in LPI Capital Bhd, plus banks generally being highly profitable, were the major news items in Malaysia’s banking and financial landscape this year.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at mid-day, tracking regional markets after Wall Street’s subdued overnight performance. 

Malaysia’s Exports Set To Maintain Growth Amid Diversified Trade Strategies - Research Houses

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s export performance is expected to remain expansionary, given its neutral stance and diversified export structure.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Wall Street's Decline

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower today, taking a cue from Wall Street’s overnight declines, said an analyst. 

CPO Futures Close Lower Amid Concerns Over B40 Biodiesel Implementation

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) – The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Wednesday, said palm oil trader David Ng.

Matrade, DMID Collaborate To Boost Export Promotion

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) – The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) and Dunia Melayu Dunia Islam (DMDI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to bolster trade and export promotion cooperation.

Explore Alternatives Before Quitting Medical Insurance, Takaful Plans, Urges FPAM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Medical insurance or takaful policyholders are urged to consider alternatives such as exploring policy adjustments or reviewing the existing coverage before terminating their policies.

China's Palm Oil Players Invited To Explore Opportunities In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is inviting China's palm oil companies to explore opportunities in the domestic industry.

Malaysia's Total Trade Up 2.9 Pct To RM237.8 Bln In November - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's total trade in November increased 2.9 per cent to RM237.8 billion versus RM231.1 billion a year ago, driven by growth in exports and imports, said Statistics Department Malaysia (DoSM).

Bursa Malaysia Lower In Early Trade, Tracking Wall St Decline

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened flat today and turned lower thereafter, likely tracking the decline on Wall Street overnight, said an analyst. 

CPO Futures End Lower Due To Profit-Taking After Recent Rally

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 6 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower due to profit-taking activities after the recent rally in the past few days.