Local Rubber Market Ends Lower In Tandem With Regional Peers

By Engku Shariful Azni Engku Ab Latif

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended lower on Monday, dragged down by the decline in regional rubber futures markets and a stronger ringgit against the US dollar, a dealer said.

Malaysia's Economic Growth To Remain Modest Amid External Challenges - Analyst

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s economic growth will remain modest for the rest of 2024, citing weakening external demand and ongoing global policy uncertainties, said Hong Leong Investment Bank Bhd (HLIB).

Kossan Shares Rise In Early Trade Despite Weaker 3Q Results

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- Kossan Rubber Industries Bhd’s shares on Bursa Malaysia rose in early trade after the company announced an interim and special dividend, despite weaker results for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2024 (3Q 2024).

Ringgit Advances As Domestic Optimism Offsets US Rate Concerns

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit extended its gains on Monday, buoyed by optimism over Malaysia’s domestic outlook, which offset concerns about the direction of US interest rates.

Financial Literacy Of Malaysians Has Improved But Still Facing 3 Challenges

KUCHING, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- The financial knowledge of Malaysians has significantly improved since 2016 and is approaching the level of developed countries, however, there are still three challenges hindering further progress towards becoming a financially literate society.

Anwar, Sultan Of Brunei Meet On Sidelines Of APEC Economic Leaders' Week

From M. Saraswathi

LIMA (Peru), Nov 16 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Anwar Ibrahim and His Majesty Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei met on the sidelines of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Week (AELW) here.

Global Institutions Upgrade Malaysia's 2024 Growth Outlook

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The decision by several international institutions to revise Malaysia's economic growth projections reflects their confidence in the country's prospects for the year, said Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Rubber Market Ends Higher On Optimism Over China's Stimulus

By Nur Athirah Mohd Shaharuddin

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- The Kuala Lumpur rubber market ended higher on Friday, buoyed by rising optimism that China would increase its economic stimulus measures to prop up its economy, a dealer said. 

Anwar Calls For Stronger Partnerships To Ensure No One Is Left Behind In Fast-paced Digital Age

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 15 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called for stronger partnerships between governments, industries, and communities to unlock opportunities in the digital space, ensuring no one is left behind in the age of fast-paced digital advancement. 

Tengku Zafrul: Malaysia Committed To Regional Integration Including For Halal Industry

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) --  As ASEAN Chair in 2025, Malaysia is committed to increasing regional integration and benefitting from stronger cooperation, including in the halal industry, said Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz.

Gold Futures End Lower On Stronger US Dollar, Higher US Treasury Yields

By Durratul Ain Ahmad Fuad

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- The gold futures contract on Bursa Malaysia Derivatives ended lower today, weighed down by the US dollar’s stronger performance and higher United States (US) treasury yields, said an analyst.

Bursa Malaysia Opens Higher On Continuous Buying Interest

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher today, buoyed by continued buying interest amid Wall Street’s mixed performance overnight after the United States (US) inflation data came in within expectations.