Sabah GLCs Ink Agreement For SBH Kibing RM7.2 Bln Solar Glass Plant

KOTA KINABALU, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- In a significant step towards bolstering Sabah's renewable energy infrastructure, two Sabah government-linked companies (GLCs) have signed agreements with SBH Kibing Solar New Energy (M) Sdn Bhd for the development of a RM7.2 billion solar glass manufacturing plant in Kimanis.

Johor Plantations' 3Q Net Profit Rises To RM77.11 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- Johor Plantations Group Bhd’s net profit rose to RM77.11 million for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) from RM68.28 million in the same period last year. 

Life Water Bhd's Carbonated Drinks Not Affected By Sugar Tax

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 13 (Bernama) -- The implementation of the sugar tax announced in Budget 2025 will not affect the carbonated beverages manufactured by Life Water Bhd.

Ringgit Gains Marginally As US Dollar Eases After Election Rally

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 12 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened marginally higher against the US dollar on Tuesday, lifted by a brief easing in the dollar's strength after an election-driven surge, analysts said.

DP World-Sabah Ports Partnership To Meet ASEAN’s Thirst For Seamless Seaborne Trade

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 10 (Bernama) -- Sapangar Bay Container Port (SBCP), through the synergy between Dubai-based DP World Plc and Sabah Ports Sdn Bhd (SPSB), is poised to integrate into DP World’s global network, strategically enhancing its role within Southeast Asia’s archipelagoes and enabling it to leverage the region’s rapid export growth.

Ringgit Ends Lower As US Election Results Unfold

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today, snapping two days of gains, as the US presidential election results poured in, said an economist. 

Gagasan Nadi Cergas To Acquire Student Hostel Asset Management For RM185 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Gagasan Nadi Cergas Bhd has proposed the strategic acquisition of a student hostel asset management concession valued at RM185 million.

Ringgit Maintains Stronger Footing At The Close

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued to be on a stronger footing against the US dollar today after recent weakness as the markets anticipate a rate cut by the US Federal Reserve, said an economist. 

Wise Platform Partners Standard Chartered To Redefine International Payments Experience

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- Wise announced its global payments infrastructure for banks, Wise Platform, has partnered with Standard Chartered to power faster and cheaper international payments for the bank’s cross-border payment service, SC Remit.

TCS Unit Bags RM86.38 Mln Contract To Build Factories For Sime Darby Property

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 (Bernama) -- TCS Group Holdings Bhd’s wholly owned subsidiary TCS Construction Sdn Bhd (TCSC) has secured an RM86.38 million contract from Sime Darby Property Bhd to construct 60 units of two-storey semi-detached factories in Elmina Business Park, Selangor.

Gold Futures Likely To Be Cautious Due To US Presidential Election

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 2 (Bernama) -- Gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is likely to be on cautious trading mode as investors are expected to adopt a wait-and-see stance prior to the US presidential election on Nov 5, said dealers. 

Axiata Group's Hans Wijayasuriya To step Down And Become Chief Advisor To Sri Lankan President

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd (Axiata) chief executive officer of telecommunications business and group executive director Dr Hans Wijayasuriya will step down from the company on Jan 15, 2025, having accepted an invitation to be the chief advisor to the Sri Lankan President on digital economy.