MIDA Pushes Deeper Local Participation In Semiconductor Value Chains

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia must continue attracting strategic, high-quality investments while ensuring that local companies capture greater share of the value created by global investors operating in the country, said Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) chief executive officer Datuk Sikh Shamsul Ibrahim Sikh Abdul Majid.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Slightly Higher After BNM's OPR Hold

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed marginally higher today, supported by continued buying in banking heavyweights following Bank Negara Malaysia’s decision to maintain the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.

ASEAN Needs Practical Oil Stockpiling Framework -- Johari Ghani

CEBU (Phillippines), May 7 (Bernama) -- ASEAN needs to work towards a practical framework for oil stockpiling to enhance the region’s long-term energy security and preparedness, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani.

Johor Among States With Highest Household Income Levels Since 2022 - Exco

ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 7 (Bernama) -- Household income in Johor has increased since the current state administration took office in 2022, placing the state among the highest in Malaysia in terms of household income levels.

Banking Stocks Lift Bursa Malaysia Ahead Of BNM's OPR Decision

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia maintained its upward momentum at midday, boosted by renewed interest in banking and financial counters ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) overnight policy rate (OPR) announcement later today.

MATRADE Secures RM126.42 Mln Potential Exports At SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) has secured sales leads and potential export opportunities worth RM126.42 million during an international sourcing programme (INSP) held in conjunction with the SEMICON Southeast Asia 2026.

Capital A Shares Climb On AirAsia’s 150-Aircraft Deal

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Capital A Bhd shares rose in early trade today following AirAsia Bhd's placing an order for 150 Airbus A220 aircraft, the largest order for the model to date. 

Ringgit Opens Higher, May Extend Gains If OPR Holds At 2.75 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended yesterday’s momentum to open higher on Thursday, amid expectations that it could appreciate further today.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher Ahead Of OPR Announcement

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, May 7 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher on Thursday, supported by buying interest in banking and financial stocks ahead of Bank Negara Malaysia’s Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) announcement later today, in line with overnight gains on Wall Street.

CPO Futures End Lower, Tracking Softer Soybean Oil Market

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil (CPO) futures on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Wednesday, tracking softer soybean oil prices on Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) on Tuesday, a trader said.

Ringgit Continues Upward Momentum Ahead Of BNM's OPR Announcement

By Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- The ringgit continued its upward momentum, closing mostly higher against most major currencies and regional peers on improved sentiment as investors await the decision on the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR).

Imported Electric Vehicles Subject To Two Main Conditions From July 1, 2026 -- MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- All fully imported completely built-up (CBU) electric vehicles (EVs) are subject to two main conditions starting July 1, 2026, including a new minimum motor power limit of 180 kilowatts (kW) and above from 200 kW.