FBM KLCI Extends Pullback To End Week Lower

By Siti Radziah Hamzah

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended lower today, extending its pullback due to persistent profit-taking after the recent rally.

FBM KLCI Ends Morning Session 0.15 Pct Lower

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 3 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended the morning session on a negative note after the previous day’s profit-taking activities and in line with Wall Street’s weaker overnight performance. 

Kenanga IB: Banking Sector Loan Growth Projected At 6.0 Pct In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 3 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking loan growth is projected at 6.0 per cent in 2025 amid uncertainties in foreign trade policies, said Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB). 

Bursa Malaysia Ends First Trading Day Of 2025 On Weak Note

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 2 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index ended the first trading day on a subdued note due to profit-taking activities following the year-end rally in the early part of the week and in line with most regional markets. 

KLCCP Unit Upsizes Sukuk Murabahah Programme To RM2 Bln

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- KLCC Property Holdings Bhd’s (KLCCP) wholly owned subsidiary Suria KLCC Sdn Bhd has upsized its sukuk murabahah programme to RM2 billion from RM600 million in nominal value.

Weak Start As Bursa Malaysia Wraps Up 2024

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 31 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index opened slightly higher but reversed course, tracking weaker Wall Street performance overnight.  

CPO Futures Close Lower Due To Profit Taking From Recent Rally

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 30 (Bernama) -- The crude palm oil (CPO) futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives closed lower on Monday, reversing earlier gains as traders booked profit amid the recent price rally, said a dealer.

Well-designed Approach For Carbon Market Creates Robust Trading Ecosystem - Engie

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 29 (Bernama) -- A well-designed approach can be transformative for Malaysia’s carbon markets as it incentivises industries to reduce emissions while creating a foundation for a robust carbon trading ecosystem, said Engie Services Malaysia Sdn Bhd.

Kenanga Revises PCG's FY2025 Profit Forecast Up By 10 Pct, Reflecting Higher Polyolefin Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- Kenanga Research has revised its financial year 2025 forecast (FY2025F) core profit for Petronas Chemicals Group Bhd (PCG) upward by 10 per cent, reflecting higher polyolefin price assumptions and improved speciality division profits.

Malaysia's TIV For New Vehicle Sales Set To Fall To 755,000 Units In 2025 - CIMB Securities

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 26 (Bernama) -- The total industry volume (TIV) for new vehicle sales is expected to decline by four per cent year-on-year to 755,000 units in 2025, compared with 790,000 units in 2024, according to CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd.

Cocoa, Pepper Continue Resilient Performance In 2024, Positive Outlook In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- Cocoa and pepper continued their upward performance in 2024 driven by higher global demand and the government’s support towards the commodity’s growth.

Automotive Sector Revs Up To Another Resilient Performance In 2024 As First National EV Debuts

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 25 (Bernama) -- As 2024 draws to a close, the automotive industry stands out not only because of the better-than-expected vehicle sales for the third year running but also due to the much-anticipated launch of Malaysia’s very own electric vehicle (EV).