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Natural Rubber Production Down 0.4 Pct, But Exports Up 30.6 Pct In January 2026 - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s natural rubber (NR) production decreased by 0.4 per cent in January 2026 to 28,579 tonnes, compared with 28,684 tonnes in December 2025, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM).

Ringgit Extends Gains At Opening As Oil Prices Stabilise

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended gains against the US dollar and other currencies at Thursday’s opening, supported by stabilising oil prices following the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) decision to release additional supply into the market, an economist said.

Hong Leong Islamic Bank Rebrands As HLB Islamic, Eyes Strong Financing Growth

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Hong Leong Islamic Bank Bhd is now known as HLB Islamic following a brand refresh, with the bank aiming to maintain financing growth above the industry average over the next three to five years.

Oil Price Shocks, Inflation and the Fragility of the Global Economy

By Dr Phar Kim Beng

Few economic indicators shape global stability as decisively as the price of oil. 

Investors Should Diversify Portfolios Amid Oil Price Volatility - Asia School Of Business CEO

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- Investors should diversify their portfolios and consider shifting towards low-risk, higher-quality investments during periods of uncertainty caused by volatile oil prices, according to Asia School of Business chief executive officer and president Prof Joseph Cherian.

CMP To Boost Vibrancy Of Malaysia’s Capital Market -- MBSB

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank Bhd is positive on the Capital Market Masterplan (CMP) 2026–2030, saying the blueprint could enhance the vibrancy of Malaysia’s capital market.

Household Financial Discipline As Important As National Economic Resilience, Says Academician

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- Household financial discipline is just as critical as national economic resilience, particularly amid global uncertainties that could affect prices, incomes and overall financial stability.

Higher Oil Prices Pose Fiscal, Inflation Risks For Asia -- OCBC

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- Following the surge in global oil prices on March 9, Asian governments face heightened fiscal and inflationary risks from rising global oil prices as the region remains structurally dependent on energy imports, said OCBC.

Affin Group Distributes 350 Iftar Food Packs To Bernama Staff

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- Affin Group today distributed 350 iftar food packs to the staff of the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) at Wisma Bernama.

Consumer Credit Commission Names Abu Hassan Alshari Yahaya As Executive Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Consumer Credit Commission (SKP) has announced the appointment of former Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) assistant governor Abu Hassan Alshari Yahaya as its executive chairman to lead the first leadership line-up following the enforcement of the Consumer Credit Act 2025 on March 1, 2026.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Broadly Lower Amid Regional Sell-Off, CI Down 2.56 Pct

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed broadly lower today in line with widespread selling across regional markets as the intensifying conflict in the Middle East dampened investor sentiment and reignited concerns over global inflation. 

Rubber Market Closes Higher Tracking Regional Gains, Oil Price Rally

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Monday, supported by the uptrend in regional rubber futures markets, coupled with a rally in crude oil prices, said a dealer.