Perma-Pipe Q3 Net Income Soars 152 Pct, Revenue Hits US$61.1 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc has reported a 152 per cent surge in third-quarter (Q3) net income to US$6.3 million, fuelled by higher sales volumes and improved project execution. (US$1=RM4.08)

AM Best Affirms Excellent Credit Ratings of Korean Reinsurance

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a+” (Excellent) of Korean Reinsurance Company (KRE).

Malaysia's Gig Workers Bill 2025 Sets New Benchmark, Protects 1.2 Mln Workers

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s gig economy performed better in 2025 than in 2024, buoyed by positive economic momentum and supportive policy measures, but the highlight is undeniably the passing of the Gig Workers Bill 2025.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower Tracking Weaker Regional Markets

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia retreated from yesterday’s gains to open lower on Tuesday, tracking weaker regional markets and a softer overnight performance on Wall Street.

TNB CEO Honoured At Inaugural MADANI Business Awards 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) chief executive officer (CEO) Datuk Megat Jalaluddin Megat Hassan has been named “MADANI Best CEO of the Year” at the inaugural MADANI Business Awards 2025 recently. 

YTL Communications' Yes Rolls Out 5G Advanced Prepaid Offering

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- YTL Communications Sdn Bhd, through its service brand Yes, has launched its first 5G Advanced prepaid product with the introduction of the yes 5g advanced starter pack.

Captain Izham Bids Farewell To Final Media Engagement, Expresses Confidence In MAG's Successors

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Outgoing Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail on Monday marked his final official engagement with the media, closing a chapter spanning more than four decades with the company, with gratitude, reflection and quiet emotion.

CPO Futures End Mostly Lower On Weak Demand, Rising Production

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contracts on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed mostly lower today on weak demand and rising production.

Gold Futures End Higher As Traders Await Key US Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today,  as traders awaited the release of key United States data this week. 

SCS Test Solution Strengthens Malaysia’s Vehicle Safety Landscape With VLT Technology

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- SCS Test Solution Sdn Bhd is raising the standards of Malaysia’s vehicle inspection ecosystem by adopting advanced VL Test (VLT) technology from the Netherlands, bringing European precision technology to local pre-test and repair services.

Multiplex Property Group Unveils New Headquarters, Soft Launches Alamanda Heights Residence

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Multiplex Property Group strengthened its operational presence with the opening of its new headquarters in Taman Bukit Serdang, Selangor, alongside the soft launch of its latest residential development, Alamanda Heights Residence.

Ringgit Ends Firmer Vs Greenback Ahead Of Key US Data

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended firmer against the US dollar on Monday, extending gains after hovering near the 4.09 level last week, as investors remained constructive ahead of upcoming key US data.