Malaysia Positioned As Strategic Gateway For ASEAN-China Co-operation - Ahmad Zahid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia plays a crucial role in connecting the ASEAN region to global markets as a strategic hub in Southeast Asia, said Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.

AEON Launches #AEONResponsible Suppliers Programme, To Boost ESG Practices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- AEON Co (M) Bhd has launched the #AEONResponsible Suppliers Programme to empower supplier to enhance their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices through resources, capacity-building, and financial incentives.

Malaysia Ready To Assist Timor-Leste In Developing Halal Industry For Global Growth

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has expressed its readiness to assist Timor-Leste in developing its halal industry, helping the country tap into the global halal market, valued at over US$3 trillion (US$1=RM4.4400).

Bursa Malaysia Pares Gains In Morning Session But Key Index Stays Up

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended the morning session slightly higher as gains in plantation stocks helped offset selling pressure in the financial sector.

TNB Shares Down In Early Session Despite Posting Stronger 3Q Net Profit

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 2 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) share prices on Bursa Malaysia slipped in today’s early session despite posting a stronger performance in the third quarter (3Q) of financial year 2024.

Wenzhou Conference On Maritime Silk Road Highlights Cooperation, Innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- As 2024 draws to a close, the Maritime Silk Road marks another significant milestone with the 2024 Mayors Exchange Conference on Maritime Silk Road City Influence, taking place in the historic port city of Wenzhou in east China's Zhejiang Province for three days until Dec 1. 

Public Bank 3Q Net Profit Rises To RM1.91 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter (3Q) of financial year 2024 improved to RM1.91 billion from RM1.70 billion last year from healthy loans and customer deposits growth.

Malaysia's Official Reserve Assets At US$117.59 Bln As At End-October 2024 - BNM

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 29 (Bernama) --The official reserve assets amounted to US$117.59 billion, while other foreign currency assets amounted to US$5.7 million as at end-October 2024, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). 

Ringgit Ends Flat In Quiet Trading Ahead Of US Thanksgiving Holiday

By Anas Abu Hassan

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- The ringgit ended flat against the US dollar on Thursday in a quiet trading session due to significantly reduced demand from key investors ahead of the US Thanksgiving holiday, an analyst said.

TNB Net Profit Almost Doubles To RM1.58 Bln In 3Q Amid Higher Electricity Sales

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Tenaga Nasional Bhd’s (TNB) net profit almost doubled to RM1.58 billion in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) from RM856.20 million in the same quarter last year, thanks to gains in foreign exchange translation, higher electricity sales and improved operational performance.

Genting Malaysia Net Profit Triples To RM569.16 Mln In 3Q On Higher EBITDA

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Genting Malaysia Bhd’s net profit tripled to RM569.16 million in the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024) from RM177.41 million in the same quarter last year, on higher adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) by 75 per cent.

Alliance Bank Posts Higher 2Q Net Profit Of RM189.91 Mln

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 28 (Bernama) -- Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd has posted a higher net profit of RM189.91 million in the second quarter of its financial year ending March 2025 (2Q FY2025) compared to RM185.33 million in the same period last year.