Malaysian Economy To Stay Resilient In 2026 On FDI, Robust Infrastructure Investment -- HSBC

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 19 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's economy is expected to remain resilient this year, driven by the ongoing foreign direct investment (FDI) and robust infrastructure investment, said HSBC chief Asia economist Frederic Neumann. 

CPO Futures Close Higher On Strong Soybean Oil Gains On CBOT

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today, supported by strong soybean oil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT).

Stable Economy To Boost MSME Outlook In 2026, Says SJPP

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 16 (Bernama) -- Syarikat Jaminan Pembiayaan Perniagaan Bhd (SJPP) expects 2026 to be a better year for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME), supported by a more stable economic environment and the re-expansion of financing support to diverse business segments.

CPO Futures Close Lower On Indonesia’s B50 Delay, Higher Stockpile

By Muhammad Fawwaz Thaqif Nor Afandi and Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Wednesday, weighed down by news that Indonesia has scrapped the B50 biodiesel programme this year, amid elevated stock levels, a trader said.

Negeri Sembilan Set To Hit Investment Inflows Of RM8 Bln In 2026 -- Aminuddin

KUALA PILAH, Jan 14 (Bernama) -- Negeri Sembilan is expected to increase investment inflows across various sectors to RM8 billion this year, said Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Aminuddin Harun.

Malaysia’s CPO Output To Ease Slightly To 19.5-19.8 Mln Tonnes In 2026 -- MPOB

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s crude palm oil (CPO) production in 2026 is projected to ease slightly to between 19.50 million tonnes and 19.80 million tonnes compared to 20.28 million tonnes recorded in 2025, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Board (MPOB).

MPOB To Introduce Used Cooking Oil Reference Price In 1Q 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Palm Oil Board (MPOB) will introduce an official used cooking oil (UCO) reference price in the first quarter of 2026, said Plantation and Commodities Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad.

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.

Favelle Favco to Acquire France-based Seram Industries In Deal Worth Up To RM47.45 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 12 (Bernama) -- Favelle Favco Bhd plans to acquire France-based Seram Industries SAS in a deal worth up to RM47.45 million.

Ringgit Gains Against Singapore Dollar Unlikely To Hit Trade

JOHOR BAHRU, Jan 11 (Bernama) -- The ringgit’s recent strengthening to around 3.16 against the Singapore dollar was expected and has had little impact on cross-border trade between Malaysia and Singapore, an academic said.

Uptrend Seen For Bursa Malaysia Next Week

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to see an uptrend next week as the market should remain constructively supported, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Higher, CI Hit More Than Six-year High

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia concluded the week on a stronger note, with the benchmark index reaching a more than six-year high due to continued buying of blue-chip stocks, aligning with the performance of stronger regional markets.