Ringgit Closes Lower Against US Dollar Ahead Of US Inflation Data

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar on Wednesday on caution ahead of US inflation data later tonight and as the global trade war escalated.

FBM KLCI Extends Decline Amid Rising Global Trade Tensions

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) continued its decline, breaching the key support level of 1,490-1,500, driven by heightened investor concerns over the potential repercussions of an escalating global trade dispute.

SME Bank Projects Malaysia’s Growth At 4.5-5.0 Pct For 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s growth is projected to range between 4.5 per cent and 5.0 per cent, reflecting positive sentiment in the overall economy, according to the Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank).

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower, Key Index Slips Below 1,500

KUALA LUMPUR, March 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended losses at Wednesday’s opening, tracking overnight declines on Wall Street and regional markets as global economic uncertainties dampened investor sentiment.  

Gold Futures Close Lower Ahead Of US Inflation Data

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Tuesday on caution ahead of US inflation data tomorrow.

25 Pct Increase In Capitation Grant To Strengthen State Budgets, Boost Economic Growth

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The 25 per cent increase in the capitation grant to state governments, amounting to RM548 million effective 2026, is a significant step towards supporting state budgets.

BNM, Stakeholders To Expedite Long-term Solution To Tackle Rising Medical Cost

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and relevant stakeholders are working together to expedite the implementation of a long-term solution to effectively control medical cost inflation, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Bursa Malaysia Remains Lower At Midday On Selling Pressure

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at midday as a widespread sell-off in small-cap stocks dragged the broader market into negative territory.

Kenanga Research Keeps Overweight On Plantations Amid Supply Deficit

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Research has maintained its “overweight” rating on the plantation sector, citing strong crude palm oil (CPO) prices and a persistent global supply deficit despite weaker exports.

ASEAN Should leverage RCEP, FTAs To Mitigate economic Risks From US Tariffs 

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- ASEAN should optimise the utilisation of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and the upgraded ASEAN+1 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to mitigate the risks of economic uncertainty following the imposition of US tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.

Maintenance Fee Arrears: Should We Be Concerned?

By Abdul Hamid A. Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Unpaid maintenance fees in strata developments have reached worrying levels, with arrears estimated in the hundreds of millions — and potentially billions, if unaddressed.

Ringgit Opens Flat Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The ringgit started the day flat against the US dollar as investors adopted a wait-and-see stance following Bank Negara Malaysia’s recent decision to hold interest rates steady, which weighed on sentiment.