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Bankable Projects Key To Strengthen Energy Transition Financing, Attract Investors

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s energy industry players should focus on developing more bankable projects with attractive and sustainable returns to strengthen the country's energy transition financing landscape and attract greater investor participation.

Blackstone Closes Largest Asia Private Equity Fund At US$13.1 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Blackstone, an alternative asset manager, has announced the final close of Blackstone Capital Partners Asia III (BCP Asia III) at US$13.1 billion, exceeding its US$10 billion target and marking the firm's largest private equity fundraise in Asia. (US$1=RM3.96)

Bering Lab Joins AI Accelerate Winter Cohort 2026 To Expand In Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, June 3 (Bernama) -- Bering Lab has been selected for the AI Accelerate Winter Cohort 2026, a 10-week growth programme run by BLOCK71 Singapore and Microsoft with support from Enterprise Singapore through Digital Industry Singapore (DISG).

RAM Ratings Positive On Malaysia’s Power Sector Amid Robust Prospects

KUALA LUMPUR, May 29 (Bernama) -- RAM Rating Services Bhd (RAM Ratings) has maintained a positive outlook on Malaysia’s power sector as the country’s energy transition gains momentum.

CIMB In Strategic Partnership With China Merchants Bank To Expand Cross-border Banking Solutions

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) -- CIMB Bank Bhd and China Merchants Bank Co Ltd have established a strategic partnership to offer cross-border solutions and support the expansion of end-to-end banking services across China, Malaysia, and ASEAN.

Leakage Of Subsidised Fuel Due To Smuggling Threatens National Fiscal Position - Economist

ALOR SETAR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Leakage of subsidised fuel due to smuggling activities continues to pose a major threat to the country’s fiscal position, with the government estimated to be losing billions of ringgit annually following the misuse of subsidised diesel intended for local consumers, according to an economist.

IJM Land, Southern Catalyst Formalise JV For RM1.96 Bln Industrial Park In Sedenak

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- IJM Land Bhd has formalised a joint venture (JV) with Southern Catalyst Sdn Bhd to develop a RM1.96 billion industrial park in Sedenak, Johor, within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).

Sime Darby Net Profit Surges To RM654 Mln In 3Q On One-off Land Sale

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Bhd's net profit for the third quarter financial year ended March 31, 2026 (3Q FY2026) surged to RM654.00 million from RM193.00 million in the same quarter last year.

Axiata 1Q Net Profit Rises To RM273.80 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Axiata Group Bhd’s net profit rose to RM273.80 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026 (1Q) from RM159.84 million in the same quarter last year. 

​SC Launches Social Exchange Platform; Aims For Accountability In Charitable Funding

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) — The launch of the Social Exchange platform by the Securities Commission (SC) will address public concerns related to charity fundraising and support social outcomes in a more organised and accountable manner.

Singapore Maintains 2026 GDP Growth Forecast At 2.0-4.0 Pct

By Anas Abu Hassan

SINGAPORE, May 25 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s economy is expected to maintain growth of 2.0 per cent to 4.0 per cent in 2026 despite rising downside risks of the West Asia conflict, according to the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI).

Malaysia Retains Competitive Edge In Global Halal Industry Through JAKIM – BMI

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s institutional credibility remains a key competitive advantage in the global halal certification landscape, underpinned by the internationally recognised halal certification system developed by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), according to BMI, a unit of Fitch Solutions.