Strengthen Energy, Economic Strategy Amid Global Uncertainty, ASEAN Told

BANGI, April 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must urgently strengthen regional coordination and craft a cohesive strategy on energy security and economic resilience in response to escalating geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, said Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Vice-Chancellor Prof Datuk Dr Sufian Jusoh.

UOB Facilitates Over RM18 Bln In FDI Into JS-SEZ Since 2024

JOHOR BAHRU, April 20 (Bernama) -- United Overseas Bank (UOB) has facilitated over RM18 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) into the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) since 2024.

FDI Interest Grows In Northern TechValley @ BKE Amid ESG Push

BUTTERWORTH, April 20 (Bernama) -- The integrated industrial park Northern TechValley @ BKE has attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) from companies based in Singapore, the United States, and China, alongside domestic investments to date.

AMRO Warns Of Inflation Risks, Calls For Stronger ASEAN Economic Integration

BANGI, April 20 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to deepen regional integration and strengthen intra-regional investment to enhance its economic resilience amid growing global uncertainties, including geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions, according to ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) Group head and lead economist Allen Ng.

Foreign Investors Record RM17.35 Bln Inflow Across Eight Asian Markets Last Week

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- Foreign investors were net buyers for the second consecutive week across eight Asian markets, with net foreign inflows totalling US$4.39 billion (RM17.35 billion), according to MBSB Investment Bank Bhd (MBSB IB).

Strait Of Hormuz Reopening A Positive Step, Supply Security A Priority -- Akmal Nasrullah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir today described Iran’s commitment to keeping the strategic Strait of Hormuz open as a positive step.

Strait Of Hormuz Reopening Good News But Too Early To Celebrate - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Iran’s move to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is welcome news, but it is too early to celebrate as the security situation remains fragile with elevated insurance costs, University of Nottingham Malaysia assistant professor of business economics Dr Tan Chee Meng said.

KLCI Futures Likely To Trade Range-bound Next Week On Improved Global Sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives are expected to trade range-bound next week with a slight upside bias, supported by improving global sentiment and easing geopolitical concerns.

Rising Geopolitical Uncertainty Drives Shift From Efficiency To Resilience - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) -- Countries are moving away from efficiency-driven economic models towards resilience, as rising geopolitical uncertainty reshapes the global economic landscape, including trade and investment strategies.

Vale Names Edwin Gerard As CEO Of Its Malaysian Unit

KUALA LUMPUR, April 17 (Bernama) -- Brazilian mining company Vale SA has appointed Edwin Gerard as chief executive officer (CEO) of its Malaysian subsidiary, Vale Malaysia Minerals Sdn Bhd. 

Bursa Malaysia Trims Early Gains As Wall Street Sets Tone

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher on Thursday but pared gains shortly after, tracking cues from Wall Street.

Biodiesel B100 Has Potential To Be Strategic Alternative For Nation's Energy Supply

KUALA LUMPUR, April 14 (Bernama) -- Palm-based B100 biodiesel has the potential to be a strategic alternative in strengthening the country's energy security, especially in the face of global fuel supply uncertainties.