FMM Projects Softer 2H 2025 Manufacturing Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The manufacturing sector’s second half of 2025 (2H 2025) is projected to be softer due to persistent cost pressures and weaker demand expectations, according to the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers (FMM).

Rubber Market Ends Marginally Higher Amid China Stimulus, US Fed Rate Cut Optimism

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market ended slightly higher on Wednesday, supported by the Chinese economic stimulus and optimism surrounding a potential rate cut by the United States Federal Reserve (Fed), a dealer said.

Bursa Malaysia Ends Morning Session Higher

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 17 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index was up 0.19 per cent at lunch break, with the broader market remaining positive, driven by anticipation of the United States (US) Federal Reserve’s (Fed) interest rate decision later today.

Natural Rubber Production Up 36.7 Pct In July - DOSM

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 12 (Bernama) -- Natural rubber (NR) production increased by 36.7 per cent in July 2025 to 35,884 tonnes compared with 26,249 tonnes in June 2025, according to the Statistics Department (DOSM). 

Bursa Malaysia Ends firmer as Fed Rate Cut Expectations Buoy Sentiment

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 10 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended trading on a positive note today, marking its third consecutive day of gains in line with other major Asian bourses.

Large-Cap Buying, Regional Cues Push Bursa Up 0.47 Pct At Close

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed 0.47 per cent higher today as investors shifted their focus to large-cap stocks while tracking key regional indices.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Steady Crude Oil Prices

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian rubber market closed higher on Thursday, supported by steady benchmark crude oil prices amid concern over natural rubber supply shortage due to rainy weather in major producing countries, said a dealer.

FBM KLCI Firmer At Midday, Broader Market Remains Positive

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 8 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index rose 0.54 per cent at lunch break, while the broader market also remained in positive territory as investors chased regional peers after a quiet week, focusing on selected counters.

Ringgit Likely To Trade Sideways With Upside Bias Next Week

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- The ringgit is expected to trade sideways with an upside bias next week, reflecting a cautious but optimistic market sentiment, ahead of the Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee meeting scheduled on Sept 4, said an economist.

FBM KLCI Futures Expected To Trade Higher Next Week

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (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.

Affin, CGC Ink MoU To Provide RM500 Mln In Financing For MSMEs, Mid-tier Companies

KUCHING, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Affin Group and Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Bhd (CGC Malaysia) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide RM500 million in financing to support micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and mid-tier companies (MTCs) across Malaysia.

Bursa Malaysia Closes Above Key 1,600 Level, Tracking Regional Rally

By Abdul Hamid A Rahman

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 25 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher for the third consecutive day, breaking the psychological 1,600 mark, lifted by positive regional sentiment on the back of Wall Street’s rally on Friday.