Ringgit Closes Out 2024 As Top Performer Among Major Asian Currencies

By Norsyafawati Ab Wahab

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- The ringgit emerged as the best-performing currency in Asia in 2024, standing out among major regional peers amid a challenging global economic landscape.

KRI Calls For Redefinition Of B40, M40, T20 To Address Economic Vulnerabilities

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Khazanah Research Institute's (KRI) latest study finds that the current classification of the Bottom 40 (B40), Middle 40 (M40), and Top 20 (T20) income groups does not accurately reflect the true economic stratification of Malaysian households.

TM One Partners Melaka Local Council, Syarikat Air Melaka To Aid Digital Transformation

MELAKA, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) enterprise and government sector solutions arm TM One has collaborated with the Alor Gajah Municipal Council (MPAG) and Syarikat Air Melaka Bhd (SAMB) to offer digital solutions for digital transformation.

Well-designed Approach For Carbon Market Creates Robust Trading Ecosystem - Engie

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- A well-designed approach can be transformative for Malaysia’s carbon markets as it incentivises industries to reduce emissions while creating a foundation for a robust carbon trading ecosystem, said Engie Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

Window Dressing Activities Likely To Drive Bursa Malaysia Higher Next Week

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 28 (Bernama) -- Year-end window dressing activities are expected to drive Bursa Malaysia's continued uptrend next week, fuelled by positive sentiment, according to UOB Kay Hian Wealth Advisors Sdn Bhd. 

TM One, SDEC Extend Collaboration To Spur Sarawak’s Digital Economy

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Telekom Malaysia Bhd's (TM) business-to-business arm, TM One and Sarawak Digital Economy Corporation Bhd (SDEC) have extended their partnership to strengthen Sarawak’s digital economy, digital society and government services through enhanced connectivity.

Automotive Sector Revs Up To Another Resilient Performance In 2024 As First National EV Debuts

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- As 2024 draws to a close, the automotive industry stands out not only because of the better-than-expected vehicle sales for the third year running but also due to the much-anticipated launch of Malaysia’s very own electric vehicle (EV).

SME Sentiment Index Hits Record High In 2H 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- The small and medium enterprise (SME) sentiment index rose to 55.8 in the second half of 2024 (2H 2024), up from 54.7 in the first half (1H 2024), according to SME Bank Malaysia Bhd.

Ending Flat-rate Loan Calculations Can Curb Household Debt, Bankruptcy Risks -- Economists

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) proposal to abolish the flat-rate method for calculating personal financing is seen as a significant step towards improving the financial health of households, said an economist.

Ringgit Continues To Extend Loss On Fed’s Hawkish Turn

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended lower against the US dollar on Thursday, continuing its decline after the US Federal Reserve (Fed) signalled a more cautious approach to rate cuts next year, following a 25-basis-point reduction on Wednesday.

5G Remains The Focus For Telco In 2024

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's telecommunications industry has seen quite an eventful year in 2024 as the country progresses toward deploying its second 5G network. 

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Wall Street's Decline

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened lower today, taking a cue from Wall Street’s overnight declines, said an analyst.