Ringgit Extends Rally, Reaches Another Five-year High

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its rally on Friday, opening higher to reach another five-year high against the US dollar amid a holiday-shortened trading week.

Habib Group Strengthens Presence Nationwide With Kangar Showroom Opening

KANGAR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Homegrown jewellery brand Habib has solidified its brand presence nationwide with the opening of its 37th showroom in Perlis yesterday at Kangar Jaya Mall here.

CGTN: Hainan Free Trade Port Launches Island-Wide Special Customs Operations

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- China Global Television Network Corporation (CGTN) has reported that island-wide special customs operations have been launched at south China’s Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP), allowing freer entry of overseas goods alongside expanded zero-tariff coverage and more business-friendly measures.

Rubber Mixed, Lesser Commodities Cocoa And Pepper Remain Resilient In 2025

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s rubber industry recorded a mixed performance this year, with output and exports, including external demand for gloves contracting, while the lesser commodities of cocoa and pepper bucked the trend by showing resilience.

Rubber Market Ends Mixed Amid Stronger Ringgit

By Fatin Umairah Abdul Hamid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended mixed on Tuesday, influenced by downtrends in regional rubber futures, declining crude oil prices, and a slightly stronger ringgit against the US dollar, said a dealer.

Palm Oil Industry To Remain Stable In 2026, Focusing On R&D, Yield Improvement – Johari

BANGI, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s palm oil industry is expected to remain stable and competitive next year, driven by continued emphasis on research and development (R&D), yield improvements and sustainable practices in line with global market requirements, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Hilton, Explora Journeys Launch Luxury Ocean Loyalty Tie-Up

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Hilton and Explora Journeys, the ultra-luxury ocean travel brand of MSC Group, have unveiled an exclusive partnership that brings high-end cruising into Hilton’s global loyalty ecosystem, marking Hilton’s first major expansion into luxury ocean travel.

Multiplex Property Group Unveils New Headquarters, Soft Launches Alamanda Heights Residence

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Multiplex Property Group strengthened its operational presence with the opening of its new headquarters in Taman Bukit Serdang, Selangor, alongside the soft launch of its latest residential development, Alamanda Heights Residence.

Bursa Malaysia Edges Higher At Mid-afternoon

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained higher at mid-afternoon, underpinned by sustained buying in selected heavyweights, particularly in the industrial products, utilities and financial services sectors.

Khazanah Completes Restoration Of Seri Negara

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Khazanah Nasional has completed the restoration of Seri Negara, one of the nation’s historic buildings where the 1957 Federation of Malaya Agreement was signed, marking Malaysia’s independence.

Malaysia Needs Modernised Grid For Competitive Low-Carbon Economy - Fadillah

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Malaysia needs to modernise its power systems to build a low-carbon economy that is competitive, inclusive and resilient, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof.

Ringgit Maintains Upward Trend, Trades Firmer Against US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- The ringgit maintained its upward trend, opening slightly higher against the US dollar as improving sentiment in the Malaysian economy and easing trade tensions supported the local currency.