9h ago
KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia closed higher today as easing West Asia tensions lifted overall market sentiment and encouraged a broader risk-on tone across regional equities, said an analyst.
13h ago
ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 6 (Bernama) -- The Johor state government's recent investment mission to Shanghai, China, successfully attracted the interest of 36 international companies, with potential initial investment commitments estimated to reach RM10 billion, a clear sign of confidence in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ).
6d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 (Bernama) -- The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd (HSBC) has forecast that Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) would hold its Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) steady at 2.75 per cent in May as Malaysia's economic data remains resilient.
6d ago
KANGAR, April 30 (Bernama) -- MBSB Bank Bhd has strengthened its presence in northern Malaysia through the opening of its relocated Kangar and Kulim branches, reinforcing its commitment to improving customer accessibility and expanding service coverage across key growth areas.
7d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- The banking industry is encouraging micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) affected by the ongoing West Asia conflict to engage with their respective banks at an early stage to explore suitable solutions, including repayment assistance, restructuring, and working capital support.
7d ago
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia ended on a softer note today, as investors took profit in oil-related counters following news of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) decision to withdraw from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and its allies.
7d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- United States (US)-based financial services firm, JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPMorganChase) and The International Olympic Committee (IOC) have announced a landmark Worldwide Olympic Partnership, making JPMorganChase the first Global Banking Partner in Olympic history.
7d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- RHB Bank Bhd (RHB) and Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) have entered into a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the implementation of a Sustainable Vendor Financing Programme (SVFP).
7d ago
By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid
KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia opened higher, underpinned by expectations of stable earnings in 2026 across banking, utilities, energy and healthcare sectors, alongside strong domestic liquidity and a supportive macroeconomic backdrop
8d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Singapore’s top 100 brands rose seven per cent year-on-year to a combined value of US$84.1 billion in 2026, driven by growth across the banking, engineering, food and real estate sectors, according to the Brand Finance Singapore 100 2026 report. (US$1 = RM3.95)
8d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- Labuan Financial Services Authority (Labuan FSA) will focus on intensifying market development and innovation in digital finance, Islamic finance and insurance as Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) navigates a more challenging external environment in 2026.
8d ago
KUALA LUMPUR, April 28 (Bernama) -- The Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (Labuan IBFC) recorded total industry assets of US$94 billion (US$1=RM3.95) in 2025, up 13 per cent from the previous year, reflecting continued resilience and growth momentum across key sectors.