Ringgit Weakens Against Greenback Amid Escalating Geopolitical Risks

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended lower on Thursday against the US dollar as the greenback strengthened on the back of heightened uncertainties on the geopolitical front.

Pertama Digital Reassures Stakeholders It Remains Strong, Well-positioned

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Pertama Digital Bhd has reassured its stakeholders that the company remains strong and well-positioned for sustainable growth despite a recent dip in its stock prices.

Late Buying Of Blue Chips Lifts Bursa Malaysia Out Of Red

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia managed to pare earlier losses to close mixed on Thursday, with the key index lifted by late buying in selected heavyweight stocks, led by financial services counters.

CT Semiconductor Launches ATP Chip Semiconductor Chip Technician Training Center In Vietnam

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- CT Semiconductor, a member of CT Group, has officially inaugurated and commenced operations of its ATP Semiconductor Chip Technician Training Center at the National Innovation Center (NIC) in Hoa Lac High-Tech Park, Hanoi, Vietnam, on Oct 1.

Airbnb Hopes Govt Supports, Endorses STRA Guidelines In Budget 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Airbnb hopes that the government will support and endorse the national short-term rental accommodation (STRA) guidelines and recognise the potential of the sharing economy in the hospitality sector in Budget 2025. 

Malaysia’s BRICS Entry Will Boost Johor's Investment, Trade Potential Through JS-SEZ - Onn Hafiz

ISKANDAR PUTERI, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s entry into the BRICS economic bloc will bring greater investment and trade potential to Johor through the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), said Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi.

Malaysia's Digital Creative Industry Thriving With Over 300 Studios, RM6.3 Bln In Revenue

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is currently home to over 300 digital content studios, with more than 180 original intellectual properties (IPs) in animation and gaming, said Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo.

Ringgit Expected to Remain Strong, Says AMRO Chief Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) expects the Malaysian ringgit to remain strong as one of the region’s best-performing currencies, according to chief economist Hoe Ee Khor.

Domestic Financial Markets Remain Resilient Amid Global Volatility - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Domestic financial market conditions have remained orderly despite heightened volatility in global financial markets during the second and third quarters of 2024, according to Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM).

AMRO Lowers ASEAN+3 Growth Forecast For 2024 To 4.2 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- The ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) has pared down its 2024 economic growth forecast for the region to 4.2 per cent, down from 4.4 per cent in July, largely driven by revised growth projections for China and Vietnam.

Strong Economic Fundamentals Driving Ringgit's Growth - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's strong economic fundamentals are among the factors supporting the ringgit's growth, even during times of currency weakness, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour.

Duck Creek Payments Facilitator Provides Seamless End-to-end Insurance Payment Solution

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 3 (Bernama) -- Duck Creek Technologies, the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, introduced its latest insurance-focused payments solution, the Duck Creek Payments Facilitator.