Local Institutions Maintain Bursa Malaysia Buying Streak For 10th Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- Local institutions extended their support for Bursa Malaysia for the 10th consecutive week, with net purchases of domestic equities totalling RM416.9 million, according to MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Bhd (MIDF).  

Steady Buying Pushes FBM KLCI To Close Above 1,600-level

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its positive momentum to finish higher today and above the key psychological level of 1,600, supported by persistent buying in utilities and industrial blue chips, said an analyst.

SME Sentiment Index Hits Record High In 2H 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- The small and medium enterprise (SME) sentiment index rose to 55.8 in the second half of 2024 (2H 2024), up from 54.7 in the first half (1H 2024), according to SME Bank Malaysia Bhd.

Ending Flat-rate Loan Calculations Can Curb Household Debt, Bankruptcy Risks -- Economists

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) proposal to abolish the flat-rate method for calculating personal financing is seen as a significant step towards improving the financial health of households, said an economist.

Local Institutions Extend Buying Streak On Bursa Malaysia For Ninth Week

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- Local institutions continued to support Bursa Malaysia for the ninth consecutive week, recording net equity purchases of RM1.05 billion million last week, according to MIDF Research.

Online Scams Hurt Investor Confidence, Seen As “Lucrative” By Syndicates

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- The government must intensify efforts to curb online financial scams, which, if left unchecked, will affect trade, tourism, as well as investor confidence and derail Malaysia’s zeal to emerge as a foremost investment destination.

Malaysia Continues To Lead Regional Data Centre Index -- Knight Frank Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has been ranked first among regional peers in Southeast Asia in Knight Frank’s SEA-5 Data Centre Opportunity Index for the second consecutive year with an annual take-up of 429 megawatts (MW). 

IFC, Consortium Commit Over US$900 Mln In Financing To Data Centre In Malaysia – World Bank

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 23 (Bernama) -- The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and a consortium of six international financial institutions have committed more than US$900 million (US$1 = RM4.50) in financing to Yondr Group’s hyperscale data-centre campus in Malaysia, said the World Bank Group.

BNM International Reserves Slip To Us$118.1 Bln As At Dec 13, 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's international reserves stood at US$118.1 billion (US$1=RM4.50) as at Dec 13, 2024, compared to US$118.3 billion on Nov 30, 2024.

Celebrating A Year Of Innovation: Qianhai’s Path To A Brighter Future 

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The Overall Development Plan for the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Modern Service Industry Cooperation Zone (Qianhai Plan) has marked its first anniversary since its release, showing significant progress in reform, innovation, and international integration.

Maybank’s Values-Driven Financial Services To Empower Region As Malaysia Assumes ASEAN Chairmanship

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- The continuous strengthening of the ASEAN economy in the last decade showcased the true resilience of the region, coupled with promising economic prospects owing to its strategic location, diverse economies, and commitment to regional integration.

EMGA Obtains US$90 Mln Financing For Brazil-based Client From EIB

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 20 (Bernama) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA) has secured US$90 million in debt finance for its long-standing Brazil-based client, BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America. (US$1=RM4.50)