By Siti Noor Afera Abu
KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened higher against most major currencies but eased versus the US dollar as investors remained cautious following renewed escalation in the West Asia conflict, which dimmed hopes for a peace deal between the United States and Iran.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must continue attracting strategic, high-quality investments while ensuring that local companies capture greater share of the value created by global investors operating in the country, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chief executive officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid.
JOHOR BAHRU, May 7 (Bernama) -- The Coronation Square integrated development is set to become a primary catalyst for Johor’s structural economic transformation, projected to generate over RM9 billion in economic spin-offs throughout its lifespan.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended yesterday’s momentum to open higher on Thursday, amid expectations that it could appreciate further today.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- RT Pastry Holdings Bhd (RT Pastry) has signed an underwriting agreement with KAF Investment Bank Bhd for its initial public offering (IPO) and subsequent listing on Bursa Malaysia’s ACE Market.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia extended gains at midday, tracking firmer regional markets amid progress in US-Iran peace talks, an analyst said.
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s business events industry continues to strengthen its role in driving economic growth, knowledge development and global connectivity through stronger collaboration among the government, industry players and professional associations.
KANGAR, April 30 (Bernama) -- MBSB Bank Bhd has strengthened its presence in northern Malaysia through the opening of its relocated Kangar and Kulim branches, reinforcing its commitment to improving customer accessibility and expanding service coverage across key growth areas.
ALOR SETAR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Premium supermarket Cold Storage’s first outlet in Kedah, at The Tenz Emporium here, is expected to boost the local economy and lifestyle landscape of the city.
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- Return on equity (ROE) for the plantation sector is expected to remain robust in 2026–2027, supported by firm crude palm oil (CPO) prices amid supply tightness and the ongoing West Asia conflict, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar and was mixed against other currencies, as support from firmer oil prices was offset by broad dollar strength and cautious positioning following the US Federal Reserve (Fed)’s rate decision.
LABUAN, April 29 (Bernama) — The Labuan Corporation Advisory Council has unanimously agreed to support a proposal to establish an oil refinery on the island, describing it as a strategic move to spur economic growth and create employment opportunities.
