PTT Synergy To Establish Perpetual Sukuk Wakalah Programme Of Up To RM500 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- PTT Synergy Group Bhd has announced the establishment of a Perpetual Sukuk Wakalah Programme of up to RM500 million in nominal value.

Wisson Robotics To Make Waves At CES 2025, Debuting Pliabot Technology 

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 27 (Bernama) -- Wisson Robotics, a leader in general-purpose soft robotics, will debut its Pliabot technology, a revolutionary commercial and universal soft robotics with human-like muscles and embodied artificial intelligence (AI), at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025.

Ringgit Opens Slightly Higher vs Greenback

By Siti Noor Afera Abu

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened slightly higher against the US dollar on Thursday, supported by the yuan’s stabilisation after the People’s Bank of China decided against cutting rates earlier this week, a move seen as a positive signal.

BHIC Disposes of Stake in CAD to German Company for RM54 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Boustead Heavy Industries Corporation Bhd (BHIC) has disposed of its equity stake in Contraves Advanced Devices Sdn Bhd (CAD) to German automotive and arms manufacturer, Rheinmetall AG.

Perma-Pipe Posts Strong Q3 2024 Results With 29 Pct Increase In Net Income

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Perma-Pipe International Holdings Inc’s net income for the third quarter ended Oct 31, 2024 (Q3) increased to US$2.5 million from US$1.9 million in the same period last year, mainly driven by better project execution. (US$1=RM4.48)

H2O.ai's h2oGPTe Agent Clinches Top Spot On GAIA Benchmark 

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- The leader in open-source generative artificial intelligence (AI) and predictive AI platforms, H2O.ai, announced its h2oGPTe Agent has taken the top position on the General AI Assistants (GAIA) benchmark leaderboard with an unprecedented score of 65 per cent.

Ending Flat-rate Loan Calculations Can Curb Household Debt, Bankruptcy Risks -- Economists

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) proposal to abolish the flat-rate method for calculating personal financing is seen as a significant step towards improving the financial health of households, said an economist.

Bursa Malaysia Updates Sustainability Reporting To Align With NSRF

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd has updated its sustainability reporting requirements in the Main Market and ACE Market listing requirements to align with the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).

Online Scams Hurt Investor Confidence, Seen As “Lucrative” By Syndicates

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- The government must intensify efforts to curb online financial scams, which, if left unchecked, will affect trade, tourism, as well as investor confidence and derail Malaysia’s zeal to emerge as a foremost investment destination.

Insurance Industry In Limelight Due To Public Outcry Over Steep Medical Premium In 2024

By Zufazlin Baharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- A review of the insurance industry’s performance in 2024 will undoubtedly have to include the backlash faced by the insurance and takaful industry after it announced a steep hike in medical insurance premiums.

Malaysia Reaffirms Commitment To Strengthen ASEAN-GCC Ties

SUBANG, Dec 21 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) ties, highlighting the importance of cohesive engagement between member states and ensuring ASEAN remains relevant in addressing global challenges.

Bursa Malaysia Achieves 55 IPOs, Highest In 19 Years

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia Bhd has made a significant achievement in 2024 with 55 initial public offerings (IPOs) listed on the exchange, the highest number of listings recorded in the last 19 years.