CPO Futures End Lower On Stronger Ringgit

By K. Naveen Prabu

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, weighed down by a stronger ringgit against the United States (US) dollar. 

CCIB Unit To Buy Alpadis Trust (Labuan) For US$750,000

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- CC International Bhd (CCIB), via its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, Indah Secretarial (Penang) Sdn Bhd (ISPG), has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire the entire issued shares of Alpadis Trust (Labuan) Ltd for US$750,000 (US$1=RM4.19).

Avaland To Buy PJ Land For RM49 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, July 1 (Bernama) -- Property developer Avaland Bhd has entered into an agreement to acquire 2.2 acres (0.89 hectare) of prime development land in Section 13, Petaling Jaya worth RM49 million.

Cuckoo Malaysia To Open 10 "Brandshops" Within 2 Years With RM5 Mln Investment

KUALA LUMPUR, June 24 (Bernama) -- Cuckoo International (Mal) Bhd will invest RM5 million to open 10 “brandshops” in Malaysia within two years to serve as physical “cash and carry” shops in Malaysia.

Malaysia Exploring New Palm Oil Markets Amidst Geopolitical Conflicts - Johari

KOTA BHARU, June 21 (Bernama) -- The government is exploring new markets for Malaysia’s palm oil in an effort to reduce the nation’s reliance on major exporting markets affected by geopolitical conflicts. 

GST Not Suitable For Implementation Yet Because Rakyat's Income Still Low - PM Anwar

PUTRAJAYA, June 20 (Bernama) -- The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is an efficient and transparent taxation system, but it is not yet suitable for re-implementation because the rakyat’s income threshold is still low, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Petronas Should Adapt To New Energy Transition Demands Amid Economic And Geopolitical Uncertainties

By Kamarul Ariffin Md Yasin & Siti Nurhana Shafirah Mat Nazir

KUALA LUMPUR, June 19 (Bernama) -- Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) must face new demands in the energy transition era to remain relevant amid current economic uncertainties and geopolitical tensions.

BNM Plans To Make Financial Education Network Proaktif Mandatory For Youth

KUALA LUMPUR, June 17 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) plans to make its money literacy programme, called Financial Education Network (FEN) Proaktif, mandatory for the youth.

MISC Shares Down On Weaker 1Q FY2025 Results

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- MISC Bhd’s shares fell in early trade after its net profit for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q FY2025) dropped year-on-year on the back of lower revenue for the quarter. 

Affin-AMMB Merger Will Be Dilutive Due To Significant New Shares Issuance - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd expects the potential merger between Affin Bank Bhd and AMMB Holdings Bhd to entail significant issuance of new shares, which will likely be quite dilutive.

Gold Futures Seen Higher Next Week At Between US$3,200-US$3,250

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade higher next week, within the range of US$3,200-US$3,250, due to concerns over the US fiscal situation, said SPI Asset Management managing partner Stephen Innes.

Urban Renewal Act Offers Significant Benefits, Overhang Remains A Concern -- Propertyguru Malaysia

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad and Nur Atiq Maisarah Suhaimi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 (Bernama) -- The Urban Renewal Act, expected to be tabled in Parliament this July, could bring significant benefits such as preserving heritage, revitalising communities and generating economic impact, said PropertyGuru Malaysia country manager Kenneth Soh.