MATRADE Eyes RM1 Bln Sales From MIHAS@Dubai

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) targets RM1 billion in export sales from the upcoming MIHAS@Dubai at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Exim Bank To Enhance Role In NIMP 2030, Boost Financing For Malaysian MSMES

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Export-Import Bank of Malaysia Bhd (EXIM Bank) is set to reinforce its role within the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP 2030) ecosystem by providing financing to deserving Malaysian companies, including micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

Sustainability Plan To Boost Malaysia's Data Centre Growth – BMI

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The implementation of a sustainability-linked regulatory framework could catalyse data centre developments in regions beyond Cyberjaya and Johor, such as Kedah, as investors seek to tap into new areas for digital hubs, according to BMI.

Great Eastern Takaful Named Best Takaful Solution Provider 2024, Wins ESG Initiative Award

KUALA LUMPUR Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Great Eastern Takaful Bhd (GETB) has achieved significant milestones, being named Best Takaful Solution Provider 2024 at the Global Islamic Finance Awards (GIFA) and receiving the Initiative Award - Upcycling from the ESGBusiness Awards.

FBM KLCI Futures Open Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures declined in early trade today.

Bursa Malaysia's Early Gains Erode As Investors Lock In Profits

By Karina Imran

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia started on a positive note but later retreated as investors capitalised on profits following a mixed performance on Wall Street overnight, an analyst reported.

Ringgit Opens Flat Vs US Dollar Amid Cautious Economic Sentiment

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 22 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened nearly flat against the US dollar on Tuesday, as cautious sentiment surrounding the current economic outlook saw some investors turn to safe-haven assets, an economist said.

CPO Futures Close Higher On Stronger Export Pace, Expectation Of Weaker Output

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed higher on Monday due to a stronger export pace and the expectation of weaker output in the coming weeks, said a dealer.

Govt Expected To Continue Fiscal Consolidation Measures To Reduce Debt

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- The government is expected to continue its fiscal consolidation measures as part of the debt management strategy following the reported decrease in new debt, which is forecast to fall to RM80 billion by 2025.

Budget 2025 Shows Consistency, But More Effort Needed To Boost Economic Complexity - Economist

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) — The MADANI government has demonstrated improved consistency in its economic framework with the tabling of Budget 2025 last Friday, while also addressing the need to enhance the country’s economic complexity.

The Ascott, Instant Icon Ink Deal To Develop Luxury Condos In Batu Ferringhi

GEORGE TOWN, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- Singaporean real estate and lodging company The Ascott Ltd is partnering with Malaysian developer Instant Icon Sdn Bhd to develop Ascott Residences Batu Ferringhi, which is set to welcome residents from January 2028 onwards.

MYEG, Heitech Padu Commence Partnership For e-gov't Projects

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 21 (Bernama) -- MY E.G. Services Bhd (MYEG) and Heitech Padu Bhd today announced the commencement of their partnership to ensure the successful implementation of various e-government projects in Malaysia.