Gold Futures Close Lower Ahead Of US Inflation Data

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Tuesday on caution ahead of US inflation data tomorrow.

25 Pct Increase In Capitation Grant To Strengthen State Budgets, Boost Economic Growth

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- The 25 per cent increase in the capitation grant to state governments, amounting to RM548 million effective 2026, is a significant step towards supporting state budgets.

Maintenance Fee Arrears: Should We Be Concerned?

By Abdul Hamid A. Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, March 11 (Bernama) -- Unpaid maintenance fees in strata developments have reached worrying levels, with arrears estimated in the hundreds of millions — and potentially billions, if unaddressed.

Penang Business Events Industry Garners RM1.29 Bln In 2024 - Chow

BAYAN LEPAS, March 10 (Bernama) -- The business events industry in Penang achieved an estimated economic impact (EEI) of RM1.29 billion last year, marking a 24.8 per cent increase from 2023.

Gold Futures End Lower As Stronger Greenback Weighs On Market

KUALA LUMPUR, March 10 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower on Monday, reflecting losses in the US COMEX gold market due to a stronger greenback amid concerns regarding Donald Trump’s trade policies.

Malaysia’s Direct Selling Industry Hits RM34.4 Bln, Leads In Market Penetration – Fuziah

PUTRAJAYA, March 10 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s direct selling industry grew 7.4 per cent to RM34.4 billion in 2024 from RM32.04 billion the previous year, said Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Deputy Minister Fuziah Salleh.

NAMLIFA Cautions Discrepancies In Private Hospital Charges Can Make Medical Insurance Unsustainable

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) -- The National Association of Malaysian Life Insurance and Family Takaful Advisors (NAMLIFA) has urged the government to address the significant price disparity between insured and cash-paying patients at private hospitals, warning that such discrepancies could make medical insurance unsustainable.

Malaysia Must Prioritise Green Shipping As Global Maritime Industry Leans Towards Protecting Environment - Consultant

KUALA LUMPUR, March 9 (Bernama) – Malaysia should embrace and prioritise green shipping trends to remain relevant despite its strategic advantage along the Strait of Malacca, a global management consultant said.

Gold Futures To Trade On Cautious Mode Next Week

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 (Bernama) --  The gold futures market on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade on cautious mode next week. 

Rubber Market To Trade Slightly Lower On Sluggish Demand Next Week

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market is expected to trade slightly lower next week amid sluggish demand, as production is anticipated to decline following the ongoing wintering of rubber trees, said industry expert Denis Low.

ASEAN Must Leverage Australia To Boost Economic Resilience – MGBF

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, March 8 (Bernama) -- The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) must develop a parallel strategy by engaging major economies beyond the region, particularly Australia, to enhance production, productivity, and domestic consumption, Malaysia Global Business Forum (MGBF) founding chairman Nordin Abdullah said.

Gold Futures End The Week Higher

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, March 7 (Bernama) -- Gold futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher on Friday ahead of the release of the US non-farm payrolls (NFP) later today.