Global Air Cargo Demand Up 4.0 Pct In April, Led By Asia-Pacific Airlines -- IATA

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- Total demand of global air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres, increased by 4.0 per cent in April 2026, compared to April 2025 levels (4.0 per cent for international operations), according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

CPO Futures End Higher On Stronger Crude Oil, Weaker Output Prospects

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Tuesday, supported by the sharp gains in crude oil prices and weaker Malaysian palm oil production prospects, a trader said.

Bursa Malaysia Lower At Midday On Selling Activities

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia stayed lower at midday, weighed down by persistent selling activities in selected heavyweights, led by utilities, telecommunications and media, as well as consumer products and services sectors. 

DOSM: Malaysia’s Export Unit Value Index Rise 2.5 Pct In April 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's export unit value index in April 2026 increased by 2.5 per cent month-on-month (m-o-m) to 159.2 points from 155.3 points in March 2026, mainly due to an increase in the mineral fuels index, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). 

Penang, Johor, Selangor, Sarawak, KL Account For 88.9 Pct Of April Exports -- DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Penang, Johor, Selangor, Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur dominated Malaysia’s exports, accounting for 88.9 per cent of April 2026’s total, according to the Statistics Department Malaysia (DOSM).

Malaysia's Trade With Major Partners Hits Record RM1.127 Trn In Jan-Apr 2026 - Sim

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s total trade with its major trading partners reached a record high of RM1.127 trillion from January to April 2026, surpassing the RM1 trillion mark within the first four months of the year.

Perak Trade Mission To China Generates Commitments Worth RM1.6 Bln - MB

IPOH, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Perak state government trade and investment mission to China has opened up new prospects and commitments worth more than RM1.6 billion.

Banks In Malaysia, APAC Economies Less Impacted By Higher Energy Prices - Moody's Ratings

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Banks in Malaysia and some Asia-Pacific (APAC) economies will be less impacted by higher energy prices, according to Moody’s Ratings.

KPK, KPDN Collaborate To Improve Agricommodity Logistics Chain -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Plantation and Commodities (KPK) and the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) will collaborate to improve the agribusiness sector’s logistics chain in response to the impact of the global supply crisis.

B15 Implementation In Peninsular Malaysia Will Not Affect Palm Oil Exports -- Noraini

PUTRAJAYA, May 25 (Bernama) -- The B15 biodiesel implementation in Peninsular Malaysia starting June 1 is set to strengthen the country’s energy security without affecting palm oil export volume while also helping to support the local palm oil industry and accelerate the national green agenda.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Lower On Selling Pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session lower as continued selling on selected heavyweights, led by the industrial products and services and utilities counters, weighed on market sentiment.

Malaysian F&B Firms Eye Global Expansion At Thaifex Anuga Asia 2026

By Kenny Teng

BANGKOK, May 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia Business Group (MBG), a conglomerate of export-oriented food and beverage (F&B) manufacturers, is set to make its mark at Thaifex Anuga Asia 2026, Asia’s largest and most comprehensive F&B trade exhibition.