Ringgit Holds Steady vs Greenback At Close As FOMC Kicks Off Meeting

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued to hold steady against the US dollar at Tuesday’s close, as markets positioned for a cautious tone as the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) begins its two-day meeting today.

Global Airlines Expected To Hit Record Combined Net Profit Of US$41 Bln In 2026 - IATA

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

GENEVA, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Global airlines are expected to set a new record of a combined total net profit of US$41 billion (US$1=RM4.11) in 2026, up from US$39.5 billion this year, while the net profit margin is expected to remain unchanged from 2025 at 3.9 per cent.

Bursa Malaysia Recoups Earlier Losses To Edge Higher, Awaits Fed Decision

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia drifted lower for most of the day but reversed earlier losses to end slightly higher on late buying as investors turned cautiously optimistic ahead of the United States Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) rate decision tomorrow.

Labuan's Megah Port Management Open To Collaboration With Langkawi Port

By Jailani Hasan

LABUAN, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Labuan’s port operator, Megah Port Management Sdn Bhd (MPM), said it is open to forging collaborative efforts with Langkawi Port Sdn Bhd (LPSB), particularly in exchanging expertise and best practices in port management.

SAF Production Falls Short, Concern For 2026 -- IATA

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

GENEVA, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production is falling far short of global expectations, forcing airlines to reconsider their 2030 green targets, said International Air Transport Association (IATA) director general Willie Walsh.

Fitch's Affirmation Of Malaysia's Ratings Bolstered By Sterling Performance Across Key ESG Indicators — PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Fitch Ratings’ affirmation of Malaysia’s sovereign credit ratings at BBB+ with a ‘stable’ outlook is bolstered by the country’s sterling performance across key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) indicators.

Taishin Financial Completes Merger With Shin Kong, Targets NT$1 Trillion AUM

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Taishin Financial Holding has completed its merger with Shin Kong Financial Holding, with their asset management subsidiaries becoming the first units to finalise integration.

Toshiba Launches 40V eFuse ICs For Power Line Circuit Protection

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (Toshiba) has expanded its electronic fuse (eFuse ICs) lineup with the new 40V TCKE6 series, adding five products designed to enhance power line circuit protection.

MITI’s Visit To Bernama Strengthens Cooperation In Delivering Information On National Policies

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) made an official visit to the Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) on Dec 8, 2025 to strengthen good relations and foster closer ties between the ministry and the media.

Bursa Malaysia Remains Lower At Mid-Afternoon

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia remained lower at mid-afternoon, tracking the downbeat performance across regional peers as investors stayed cautious ahead of the United States Federal Open Market Committee’s (FOMC) policy meeting today and tomorrow.

Acronis Partners Synology To Enhance Full-System Backup, Data Security

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- Acronis, a global leader in cybersecurity and data protection, has partnered with Synology to enhance customer data security, enabling users to perform full-system computer backups while maintaining complete ownership of their data.

Five Projects In N.Sembilan To Bring In Investments Of Over RM27 Bln Starting Next Year - Aminuddin

SEREMBAN, Dec 9 (Bernama) -- The five largest foreign investments expected to kick off in Negeri Sembilan next year will involve a total investment of more than RM27 billion, the State Legislative Assembly was told today.