SME Bank Expects BNM To Hold OPR At 2.75 Pct in 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 15 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to keep the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent throughout 2026, while gross domestic product (GDP) is projected to grow by 4.3 per cent, said Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Bhd (SME Bank). 

Maybank GWM Financial Assets Hit RM565 Bln On Islamic Wealth Strong Momentum

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Maybank Group Wealth Management’s (GWM) total financial assets exceeded RM565 billion as of September 2025, underpinned by strong momentum in Islamic wealth management.

Ant International Sees Malaysia Among Key Southeast Asian Growth Markets

From Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

BANGKOK, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is seen as one of Ant International’s key growth markets in Southeast Asia, supported by the rapid adoption of digital payments, strong cross-border transaction growth and close collaboration with local partners, said Singapore-based digital payments and financial services provider Ant International.

5E Resources Gets Bursa's Approval ACE Market Listing

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Waste management services provider 5E Resources Holdings Bhd (5E Resources) has received approval from Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd for its proposed listing on the ACE Market.

Premium Oxygenated Drinking Water ‘OXYKA’ Launched, RM5 Mln In Sales Targeted This Year

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 13 (Bernama) — The ready-to-drink water distribution and marketing company behind the Haos Ek? brand, ADIN Marketing Group Sdn Bhd, today officially launched OXYKA, an oxygenated and alkaline drinking water product with a pH level of 8.5, designed to meet the need for high-quality hydration in modern lifestyles.

Great American Insurance Group Hires Natt Wattanaumphaipong To Singapore Leadership Role

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Great American Insurance Group has appointed Nattakorn (Natt) Wattanaumphaipong as Senior Director, Technical Underwriting for the Singapore Branch of its flagship insurer, Great American Insurance Company.

Affin Hwang IB, CBOE In Partnership To Introduce VIX® Futures In Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) — Affin Hwang Investment Bank Bhd has partnered with Cboe Global Markets Inc to introduce VIX® Futures to local investors.

Attindas Accelerates European Expansion With Italy-based SILC Acquisition

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Attindas Hygiene Partners has acquired Italy-based Società Italiana Lavorazione Cellulosa (SILC S.p.A.), taking a significant step forward in executing its growth strategy.

Semico Capital Achieves 80 Pct Premium Over IPO Price, Raises RM23.2 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) --  Semico Capital Bhd made a strong debut on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia today as it opened at 45 sen, achieving a premium of 80 per cent over its initial public offering (IPO) price of 25 sen per share.

Dark Horse Consulting Group Acquires BCVG To Expand Regenerative Medicine

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Dark Horse Consulting Group (DHCG), a strategic and operational biotherapeutics consulting firm, has acquired Bruder Consulting & Venture Group (BCVG), a strategic advisory firm with a global footprint in biotech and biopharma.

Bursa Malaysia Climbs To Fresh 6-year High On Sustained Buying Interest

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index extended its upward momentum to close at a fresh six-year high today, supported by sustained buying interest in heavyweight and plantation stocks, in tandem with stronger performances across regional markets.

ACE Market-Bound One Gasmaster Aims To Raise RM19.38 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- One Gasmaster Holdings Bhd aims to raise RM19.38 million from its initial public offering (IPO) ahead of its ACE Market listing on Jan 27, 2026.