Labuan IBFC Marks 35 Years As Strategic Regional Financial Hub

 LABUAN, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) has reached a defining chapter in its 35-year journey, standing as a resilient, innovative and globally recognised hub for financial services.

Labuan IBFC Makes Global Financial Index Debut, Drives Islamic Digital Innovation

LABUAN, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) achieved a milestone with its maiden inclusion in the Global Financial Centre Index (GFCI), cementing its reputation as a growing international financial hub.

NCT, NGX Launch RM1.10 Bln GDV NCT InnoSphere In Kedah

BUKIT KAYU HITAM, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- NCT Group of Companies (NCT Group), in collaboration with Northern Gateway (NGX), has launched the RM1.10 billion gross development value (GDV) Managed Integrated Smart Industrial Park, NCT InnoSphere, in Kedah.

Finance Minister II Briefed On Labuan IBFC’s Strategic Development

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, Sept 29 (Bernama) -- Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan today received a detailed briefing from the Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) on the progress, achievements and future direction of the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC).

Economists See No Major Tax Changes In Budget 2026; Expect Wider CGT Scope

By Niam Seet Wei

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 (Bernama) -- Economists believe that Budget 2026 would not introduce any major changes in the taxation system -- especially individual and corporate taxes -- to preserve consumer and investor confidence as the United States tariffs kick in.

Gold Futures Extend Gains, On Track To Hit US$3,800 Level Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 27  (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives may breach the US$3,800 mark next week, underpinned by persistent safe-haven demand and anticipation surrounding key United States labour data.

Russia Seeks Halal Meat, Dairy Export Boost To Malaysia

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Russia is seeking to increase exports of halal-certified meat and dairy products to Malaysia this year as part of its strategy to deepen bilateral trade, particularly in the food and agriculture sectors.

AM Best To Sponsor, Present At 29th Indonesia Rendez-Vous Conference In Bali

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best will sponsor, exhibit and lead a session at the 29th Indonesia Rendez-Vous Conference, taking place for three days beginning Oct 15 in Bali, Indonesia.

eXp Realty Offers Flexibility To Agent With Expansion Into South Korea

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Independent real estate brokerage, eXp Realty has officially entered into South Korea, marking its fifth international launch of 2025 and second in Asia after Japan.

KLIA Breaks Hourly Passenger Record With More Than 12,000 On Sept 13 -- MAHB

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) set a new record on Sept 13, 2025 handling 12,437 passengers in just one hour between 7 pm and 8 pm, coinciding with the Hari Malaysia weekend and the start of the week-long school holidays, said Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB).

Malaysia's Asean Chairmanship Boosts Investment Appeal Into The Region -- Chris Humphrey

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s chairmanship of ASEAN this year has reinforced the region’s unity amid global uncertainties and enhanced the country’s profile as a competitive investment destination in Southeast Asia, European Union (EU)-ASEAN Business Council executive director Chris Humphrey said.

Ringgit Eases Versus Greenback On Firm US Economic Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit eased against the US dollar on Friday as the greenback gained momentum following stronger United States (US) economic data.