CIMB Securities: Water Tariff Revision Opens Path For Investment, Private Funding Still Needed

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 5 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s water sector still requires alternative funding schemes involving the private sector to reduce the federal government’s financial burden despite the ongoing review of water tariffs in selected states.  

REE Set To Boost Negeri Sembilan’s State Revenue From 2027 -- Aminuddin

SEREMBAN, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- The Negeri Sembilan state government expects rare earth elements (REE) to make a major contribution to state revenue starting in 2027, the Negeri Sembilan State Legislative Assembly was told today. 

CIMB Securities Upgrades Westports To Buy On Stronger 2H 2025 Results Projection

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd has upgraded Westports Holdings Bhd to “Buy” from “Hold” driven by higher container revenue following Port Klang’s new tariff implementation and higher transhipment volumes on the back of new services.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Lower On Concerns Over Weaker US Economic Data

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 4 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia retreated from last week’s gains to open lower on Monday, tracking Wall Street’s losses last Friday as investors remain concerned over weaker US economic data coupled with impacts from President Donald Trump’s tariff war.

CIMB Securities Expects Chinese Glove Makers To Shift Production To ASEAN Region Upon Revised US Tariff

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd expects the revised United States tariff rates for glove-producing countries will prompt Chinese glove makers to shift production to the ASEAN region, particularly Indonesia.

US Tariff Reduction Enhances Malaysia's Competitiveness, Signals Improved Trade Relations  -- FMM

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 1 (Bernama) -- The reduction of the United States’ (US) reciprocal tariff could enhance the overall cost competitiveness of Malaysian-manufactured goods in the US market and serve as an important signal of improved bilateral trade relations.

Bursa Malaysia Ends At Intraday Low Despite Growing Optimism Over 13MP Announcement

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, July 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed at its intraday low on Thursday, tracking weaker regional sentiment despite optimism on Malaysia’s strategic policy vision under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) announcement.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Forest Fire, Weaker Output Concerns

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended higher today due to forest fires in North Sumatra, a dealer said.

Ringgit Ends Slightly Lower Against US Dollar Ahead Of Fed Rate Decision

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit reversed its morning gains to close slightly lower against the US dollar today, as traders turned cautious ahead of the United States (US) Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate decision, amid uncertainty over a potential cut.

Govt Cancels High-value Goods Tax Implementation - MOF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 30 (Bernama) – The government has decided not to proceed with the implementation of the high-value goods tax (HVGT), according to the Finance Ministry (MOF).

Malaysia's Real GDP Growth Forecast Raised To 4.5 Pct In 2025, 4.0 Pct In 2026 -- IMF

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised its forecast for Malaysia's real gross domestic product (GDP) growth to 4.5 per cent in 2025 and 4.0 per cent in 2026. 

Bursa Opens Firmer On Regional Calm, Selective Buying

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened slightly higher on Tuesday, supported by mild bargain hunting as the Thailand-Cambodia truce helped ease regional political concerns.