Surge In TNB’s Brand Value Underscores Strong Market Conviction

By Saraswathi Muniappan

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) – The 35 per cent surge in Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) brand value to US$2.3 billion (US$1 = RM4.22) in the recent Energy 100 2025 report for Brand Finance underscores strong market conviction in its financial resilience and operational efficiency.

New Narrative Appoints Rashmi Jolly To Lead Middle East Expansion

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 2 (Bernama) -- New Narrative, a strategic communications consultancy headquartered in Hong Kong, has appointed Rashmi Jolly as Principal, Middle East, marking the next stage in its international expansion.

Bursa Malaysia To Retest 1,600 Level Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to resume its uptrend next week, testing the psychological threshold of 1,600, after already breaching the level on Monday (Aug 25).

FBM KLCI Futures Expected To Trade Higher Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade higher next week, supported by a positive outlook on the cash market, according to an analyst.

Income From Crypto Activities Subject To Income Tax Act 1967 -- MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- Income derived from digital cryptocurrency activities such as trading, mining, and exchange in Malaysia is subject to income tax under Section 4 of the Income Tax Act 1967 because digital currencies are classified as commodities that can be considered business income.

Govt In Process Of Drafting Act Related To GLCs To Improve Corporate Governance - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- The government is in the process of drafting an act related to government-linked companies (SOEs) to strengthen corporate governance, increase accountability, and optimise performance, said the Finance Ministry (MOF).

Govt Revises SAC, CAC Rates To Boost Corporate Green Electricity Access

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 29 (Bernama) -- The government has revised the System Access Charge (SAC) and Community Access Charge (CAC) rates for the 4th Regulatory Period, in line with the implementation of a new, more transparent and progressive electricity tariff schedule.

FGV Officially Delisted From Bursa Malaysia -- FELDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 (Bernama) -- The Federal Land Development Authority (FELDA) has announced that FGV Holdings Bhd (FGV) has officially been delisted from the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd, effective 9 am today.

Malaysia Stresses Urgency Of Grid Modernisation, Regional Cooperation At APEC

BUSAN, Aug 28 (Bernama) – Malaysia stands ready to work with 21 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies to build power systems that are resilient, adaptive, and capable of supporting the shared transition to low-carbon growth, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

FBM KLCI Closes At Intraday High After Sluggish Session, CI Up 0.40 Pct

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended in positive territory, with the index closing at its intraday high after a sluggish session, buoyed by late buying interest and strong corporate earnings announcements, said Rakuten Trade Sdn Bhd.

FGV Delisting Gives Felda Greater Latitude To Focus On Settlers' Returns, Shareholder Value

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) – FGV Holdings Bhd will be delisted from Bursa Malaysia tomorrow, a move that will give greater latitude to one of the world’s largest crude palm oil producers to strategise and focus mainly on providing greater returns to settlers and value to shareholders.

Public Bank Shares Slip On Lower 2Q Net Profit

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 27 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd shares slipped in early trade today following its latest corporate results announcement.