FBM KLCI Futures Close Mostly Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended mostly higher today, tracking the underlying cash market’s performance.

Sabah’s Aerial Tech Showcases Full-Scope Drone Capabilities At SOGCE 2025

By Jailani Hasan

KOTA KINABALU, July 4 (Bernama) -- Sabah’s own Aerial Tech and Defense System Sdn Bhd is making waves at the Sabah Oil, Gas and Services Exhibition (SOGSE) 2025 by showcasing its comprehensive unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capabilities. 

Ringgit Rebounds Slightly As Market Anticipates Mild US Tariffs

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended marginally higher against the US dollar today, buoyed by growing expectations of a possible compromise on upcoming US tariff measures.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Slightly Higher

By Zarul Effendi Razali and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia turned slightly higher at the close today, supported by continued buying in selected heavyweights led by financial services, industrial products and services counters amid a mixed regional markets' performance, an analyst said.

SST Revision Does Not Justify Hotel Rate Hikes - MoF

By Naveen Prabu Kuppusamy

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) – The Ministry of Finance (MoF) indicated that the Sales and Service Tax (SST) does not warrant the hotel room rate increases asserted by some hotel associations.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Supply Concerns, Trade Uncertainty

UALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market ended mixed today amid concerns over natural rubber shortages due to inclement weather in major producing countries, with gains capped by falling oil prices and global trade uncertainty, a dealer said.

Origin Investment Corp I Closes US$60 Mln In IPO On Nasdaq

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Origin Investment Corp I, a newly formed special purpose acquisition company, has successfully closed its initial public offering (IPO) of six million units at US$10 per unit, raising US$60 million. (US$1=RM4.21)

RHB IB Expects BNM To Maintain OPR At 3.0 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 3.0 per cent at its Monetary Policy Committee meeting on July 9, with the balance of risks tilted towards one cut, said RHB Investment Bank (RHB IB).

PM Anwar To Meet France's Top Leaders During Official Visit

PARIS, July 4 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet with France's top two leaders on the second day of his official visit to the country, today.

World Branding Awards: Animalis Edition Celebrates Global Pet Industry Leaders

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- The fifth Animalis Edition of the World Branding Awards honoured outstanding pet and animal brands from across the globe, with winners recognised in National, Regional, and Global tiers for excellence in branding.

Malaysia To Welcome Maiden Chinese Homeport Cruise Via Hwajing-Astro Ocean Partnership

GEORGE TOWN, July 4 (Bernama) — Malaysia is set to welcome its first Chinese cruise ship to be homeported in the country with the arrival of M/V Piano Land, following a strategic partnership between Hwajing Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd and Chinese cruise line Astro Ocean Cruise.

MYStartup Accelerator Channels RM5.5 Mln Into Local Startups

KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 (Bernama) -- Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd’s MYStartup Accelerator has facilitated nearly RM5.5 million in investments over five cohorts, underscoring its role in strengthening Malaysia’s startup ecosystem and advancing the country’s position as a regional innovation hub.