CPO Futures Expected To Trade Between RM4,000-RM4,600 A Tonne Until March 31 - Industry Expert

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives (BMD) is expected to trade between RM4,000 per tonne and RM4,600 per tonne from now until March 31, 2025.

EPF 2024 Dividend Rate To Range From 6.0 Pct-6.2 Pct - Analyst

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26 (Bernama) -- The Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is projected to announce a dividend rate of between 6.0 per cent and 6.2 per cent for 2024, supported by robust global and domestic economic conditions, said an analyst. 

Sabah Ships First Batch Of MD Pineapples Under IPR Intan Programme

KOTA KINABALU, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Sabah made an agricultural milestone today with the maiden shipment of fresh MD2 pineapples totalling 15 tonnes under the People’s Income Initiative (IPR) programme here.

Malaysia's Economy Shows Resilience Amid Global Uncertainty

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is on the right track to unleash its potential as its economy remains on a steady course, bolstered by government reforms and strong economic fundamentals, according to HSBC's ASEAN economist Yun Liu.

Sime Darby To Leverage Its Strong Industrial Segment In 2025 - Analysts

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Sime Darby Bhd is set to capitalise on its strong industrial segment in 2025, driven by a robust order book and the full consolidation of UMW Holdings Bhd, analysts said.

MITI: ICA 1975 Review Among Steps To Boost Investor Confidence

PUTRAJAYA, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) is taking proactive steps to strengthen investors' confidence, including reviewing the Industrial Coordination Act (ICA) 1975.

Malaysia-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Last Year Jumps 4.4 Pct To US$18.14 Bln - Ambassador

HANOI, Feb 25 (Bernama) -- Bilateral trade between Malaysia and Vietnam last year jumped 4.4 per cent to US$18.14 billion (RM83.11 billion) from US$17.38 billion recorded in 2023, indicating improved trade activities between the two ASEAN member countries.

AM Best Affirms Himalayan Reinsurance Credit Ratings With Stable Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B+ (Good) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb-” (Good) of Nepal’s Himalayan Reinsurance Limited (Himalayan Re), maintaining a stable outlook.

Analysts Upbeat On MISC Cite Strong Cash Flow

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) is positive on MISC Bhd, citing its steady operating cash flow and solid balance sheet, which position it well to pursue growth opportunities in the floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) market.

Malaysia, China To Continue Strengthening Collaboration In Palm Oil Supply Chains

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 24 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and China will further strengthen collaboration in palm oil supply chains, technological innovation, and market expansion this year, said Deputy Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Chan Foong Hin.

Investment Banks Expect OPR To Remain At 3.00 Pct Throughout 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) --Investment banks expect Malaysia’s Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) to remain stable at 3.00 per cent in 2025.

PCG Records Lower Net Profit In FY2024, Declares 3.0 Sen Second Interim Dividend

KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 21 (Bernama) -- Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd’s (PCG) net profit fell to RM1.175 billion in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2024 (FY2024) from RM1.696 billion in the preceding year.