Ringgit Opens Easier Vs USD Ahead Of US Fed Meeting

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar today, as market participants adopted a wait-and-see approach ahead of the United States (US) Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) decision on interest rate cuts.

Al'ard Marks A Decade In Malaysia, Contributing RM50 Mln To Palestine

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Al'Ard, a Palestinian olive oil-based health product brand has made history with its achievement of sending RM50 million to Palestine during its 10 years of operation in Malaysia.

Malaysia-Brazil To Collaborate, Tap US$3 Trillion Global Halal Market - Deputy Minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia and Brazil will enhance collaboration to tap the extensive global halal market which is anticipated to generate US$3 trillion (US$1=RM4.253) next year, said Agriculture and Food Security Deputy Minister Datuk Arthur Joseph Kurup.

Perak Aims To Become Major Global Halal Gelatine Industry Player

IPOH, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The Perak state government, through the Perak State Agricultural Development Corporation (Perak SADC), has signed a joint venture (JV) agreement with Pakistani halal gelatine manufacturer Leiner Gelatine Sdn Bhd to grow the state’s halal gelatine industry.

Gold Futures Hold Steady Ahead Of FOMC Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives remained steady at the close today ahead of the United States Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on September 17-18.

Malaysia To Expand Recognition Of JAKIM’s Halal Certification Through Halal Diplomacy - Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia planned to expand the recognition of the halal certification issued by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) from more countries through diplomatic halal cooperation, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

National Single Window Initiative Will Boost Malaysia-China Trade -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) — The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) is confident that Malaysia's single window trade initiative, to harmonise with China's customs system, will facilitate business and trade operations by reducing red tape, coordinate and launch Malaysia-China cross border trade processes.

FBM KLCI Futures End Higher In Line With Cash Market

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today in line with the performance of the underlying cash market. 

Ringgit Appreciates 7.86 Pct Year-to-date Against US Dollar

By Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit has appreciated by 7.86 per cent year-to-date, reaching another 20-month high against the US dollar as the markets approach the United States Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting.

Malaysia Achieves 43 Pct Of SDG Indicators, Far Beyond The World Average - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has achieved 43 per cent of all 248 indicators of the latest Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), far above the world average of 17 per cent, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Taiwan Pavilion Showcases 18 Companies With Halal-certified Products At MIHAS 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) is showcasing halal-friendly products from 18 Taiwanese companies at the Taiwan Pavilion during the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS 2024), held from Sept 17-20, 2024.

Saviynt To Address Local Identity Challenges At Singapore Event

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Saviynt, a cloud-native identity and governance platform solutions provider, announced its Converge Global Tour 2024 Singapore event, scheduled for Sept 20.