Cross-Border Financial Integration Raises Spillover Risks - Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 26 (Bernama) -- Financial institutions today operate across borders and legal systems, which has enabled risks and spillovers to spread rapidly, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

Bursa Malaysia Expected To Continue Uptrend, To Test 1,600 Level Next Week

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia is expected to remain on an upward trajectory next week, testing the psychological 1,600 level, with some profit-taking activity possibly emerging ahead of the long weekend, an economist said.

FBM KLCI Futures Likely To Continue Upward Momentum Next Week

By Zarul Effendi Razali

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 23 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is expected to trade higher next week, supported by a positive outlook on the cash market, according to an analyst.

1MDB: JPMorganChase To Pay RM1.4 Bln To Govt As Settlement - MoF

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- The government and JPMorganChase had resolved all matters relating to 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB), with the American bank set to pay RM1.4 billion (US$330 million) to Malaysia’s Assets Recovery Trust Account, according to the Finance Ministry (MoF).

Unity Group, Tek Securities Unveil RMB200 Mln Climate Sukuk To Fund Selangor's Green Initiative

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- Hong Kong-based green technology firm Unity Group Holdings International Ltd, in partnership with Labuan-based Tek Securities Ltd, has unveiled a RMB200 million climate sukuk from the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (IBFC) to fund certified carbon credit projects under Selangor’s “Green Initiative Programme.”

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher, CI Adds 4.8 Pts

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 22 (Bernama) -- Buying in selected heavyweights lifted Bursa Malaysia at the open on Friday, extending the previous day’s gains, while sentiment stayed cautious over the global economic outlook, a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Up 70 Points Since Tabling Of 13MP – Amir Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia has recorded an increase of 70 points up to today since the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) was tabled, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

FBM KLCI Futures Expected To Trade Higher Next Week

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 16 (Bernama) -- The FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives is likely to trade higher next week, according to an analyst.

MBSB IB Maintains Positive Call On Insurance Sector Despite Healthcare Inflation

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- MBSB Investment Bank (MBSB IB) has maintained its “positive” recommendation on the insurance sector, citing attractive valuations and high dividend yields despite persistent healthcare inflation and delays in healthcare cost-control reforms.

Ringgit Opens Lower Versus Greenback

MNRB's Net Profit Surges To Record High Of RM168.43 Mln In 1Q FY2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 14 (Bernama) -- MNRB Holdings Bhd posted a record-high net profit of RM168.43 million for the first quarter ended June 30, 2025 (1Q FY2026), up 82.7 per cent from RM92.20 million in the same quarter last year.

GN Launches World’s Smallest Rechargeable Super Power Hearing Aid

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 12 (Bernama) -- GN has introduced the ReSound Enzo IA, described as the world’s smallest rechargeable Super Power hearing aid, offering significant improvements in sound quality for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss.