Ringgit Firms To 4.07 Against US Dollar On Improved Sentiment

By Nurunnasihah Ahmad Rashid

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 17 (Bernama) -- The ringgit strengthened against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, extending its recent gains to hover around the 4.07 level, its strongest showing in nearly five years, underpinned by firmer domestic and external sentiment.

Poh Kong's 1Q FY2026 Net Profit Rises To RM39.6 Mln On Strong Gold Prices

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 15 (Bernama) -- Poh Kong Holdings Bhd’s net profit for the first quarter of the financial year 2026, ended Oct 31, 2025 (1Q FY2026), increased to RM39.61 million from RM21.34 million in the same quarter last year.

Cooperation Essential To Empower Global Muslim Business Community -- Mohamed Iqbal

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- Cooperation among the global Muslim business community is essential to strengthening its collective capacity and positioning it as a real potent economic force, said Global Muslim Business Forum president Datuk Seri Mohamed Iqbal Rawther.

Malaysia’s Banking Sector Resilient Amid Tariff Pressures, Expected To Hold Steady In 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 7 (Bernama) -- Malaysia’s banking sector ended 2025 on a firmer footing, charting steady loan growth, stable asset quality and sustained profitability despite a year clouded by global trade tensions, while the outlook for next year remains steady amid a diversified portfolio.

99 Speed Mart Net Profit Rises 49.9 Pct To RM160.65 Mln In 3Q 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 17 (Bernama) -- 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings Bhd’s net profit for the third quarter ended Sept 30, 2025 (3Q 2025) rose by 49.9 per cent to RM160.65 million from RM107.16 million in 3Q 2024.

BNM Maintains OPR At 2.75 Pct, Sees Continued Expansion In Global Growth 

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 4 (Bernama) -- Bank Negara Malaysia’s (BNM) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has maintained the overnight policy rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.

​​​​Ringgit Opens Marginally Firmer Vs US Dollar

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 18 (Bernama) -- The ringgit opened firmer against the greenback on Monday amid cautious sentiment over the trajectory of the United States (US) interest rates, said an analyst.

RHB IB Keeps Malaysia’s 2025 GDP Growth Forecast At 4.2 Pct, With Upside To 4.4 Pct

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- RHB Investment Bank Bhd (RHB IB) has maintained its forecast for Malaysia’s 2025 gross domestic product (GDP) growth at 4.2 per cent, with an upside potential of up to 4.4 per cent.

Malaysia’s 4.4 Pct 1H 2025 GDP Growth Shows MADANI Economy Policies Delivering Results -- Amir Hamzah

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 15 (Bernama) -- Despite global uncertainties, Malaysia’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew 4.4 per cent in the first half of 2025, proving that the MADANI Economy policies are yielding results for the nation and, most importantly, the rakyat, said Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan.

BMI Maintains Positive Outlook For Consumer Spending In Malaysia Over 2025, 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, July 29 (Bernama) -- BMI, a Fitch solutions company, has maintained its broadly positive outlook for consumer spending in Malaysia over 2025, with the country’s healthy macroeconomic outlook driving real-term growth in household incomes. 

Value Store Operator Eco-Shop Posts Higher Earnings, Revenue In FY2025

KUALA LUMPUR, July 28 (Bernama) -- Eco-Shop Marketing Bhd recorded a net profit of RM204.32 million for its financial year ended May 31, 2025 (FY2025), from RM177.28 million a year earlier.

Maybank IB: Construction, Healthcare, O&G Among 2Q25 Bright Spots

KUALA LUMPUR, July 23 (Bernama) -- While most sectors are expected to deliver flattish earnings in the second quarter of 2025 (2Q25), Maybank Investment Bank Bhd (Maybank IB) said it anticipates positive momentum in the construction, healthcare, property, oil and gas (O&G), and utilities sectors.