Gold Futures End Lower On Stronger US Dollar

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Tuesday due to a stronger United States (US) dollar, said an analyst.

Khairul Azwan Ends Service As HDC Chairman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 27 (Bernama) -- Khairul Azwan Harun has ended his service as the chairman of the Halal Development Corporation (HDC) Bhd, effective May 17, according to the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI).

Malaysia Signs Deal To Initiate Trade Talks With GCC, Eyes Expansion Of Businesses -- Tengku Zafrul

By Vikneswaran Raman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) — Malaysia has set its sights on expanding trade with the oil-rich Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries after signing a joint statement to initiate negotiations on a Malaysia-GCC Free Trade Agreement (MGFTA) today.

Maybank Net Profit At RM2.59 Bln, Driven By Corporate Banking

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) net profit has risen to RM2.59 billion in the first quarter ended on March 31, 2025 (1Q FY2025) from RM2.49 billion a year ago, driven by the group’s corporate banking and global markets segment.

Petronas Gas Posts Higher 1Q Profit, Declares 16 Sen Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- Petronas Gas Bhd’s net profit for the first quarter of 2025 (1Q 2025) rose to RM468.80 million from RM456.65 million a year earlier.

ZHH & Robin LLP China, MRCO Malaysia Ink Deal To Bolster Cross-border Legal Services

KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 (Bernama) -- ZHH & Robin LLP China and Mohamed Ridza & Co (MRCO) from Malaysia have signed a landmark cooperation agreement to enhance cross-border legal services between the two countries.

ASEAN Senior Economic Officials Discuss AEC Blueprint 2025 Outcome, Look At Plan For Next 5 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- Progress and outcome of initiatives in the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) Blueprint 2025 were among the main discussion points during the Preparatory Senior Economic Officials (Prep-SEOM) Meeting for the 25th ASEAN Economic Community Council (AECC).

US Tariffs Could Cost Malaysia Up To 4 Pct Of Solar Panel Export Value

KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 (Bernama) --  Malaysia could lose up to four per cent of the export value of its solar panels if the United States (US) proceeds with its proposed tariffs on solar panel product imports, according to industry observers. 

AWES 2025 Champions Women’s Role In ASEAN’s Inclusive Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 24 (Bernama) -- The inaugural ASEAN Women Economic Summit 2025 (AWES 2025) marks a pivotal step in Southeast Asia’s pursuit of inclusive economic growth, with a focus on ensuring that every woman in the region plays a role in driving progress and energising ASEAN’s future.

TNB Returns Nearly RM3 Billion To Malaysians Through Responsible Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) announced its highest dividend in four years at 51 sen per share, totalling over RM2.96 billion, while reaffirming its commitment to creating long-term value through sound financial management, operational strength, and community investments that benefit both shareholders and the nation.

Netherlands' Neways Opens Manufacturing Facility In Selangor, Reaffirms Growth Commitment

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Netherlands-based Neways Electronics has opened a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Selangor, reaffirming its growth strategy and positioning the company to meet growing regional demand while enhancing its global manufacturing footprint.

Uzma Secures Remote Sensing Satellite Development Project

KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 (Bernama) -- Energy and technology company Uzma Bhd said it has secured  Malaysia’s Pembangunan Satelit Penderiaan Jauh Negara (PSPJN) remote sensing satellite development project.