Ringgit's Superlative Performance Driven By Solid Economic Fundamentals Rather Than US Fed Rates – Analysts

By Harizah Hanim Mohamed and Danni Haizal Danial Donald

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) – The MADANI Government’s bold measures to reinforce the economy has proven to be a positive reset, culminating in the ringgit breaking through the psychological barrier of 4.0 versus the US dollar and reaching a more than seven-year high of 3.99 in intra-day trading.

Insurance, Takaful Industry Publishes Reference Price Guide For Private Healthcare Services

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 23 (Bernama) -- The insurance and takaful industry has published a reference guide on price ranges for common private healthcare services in Malaysia.

Guan Huat Seng Opens Slightly Lower At 24 Sen In ACE Market Debut

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 22 (Bernama) -- Melaka-based food products manufacturer, Guan Huat Seng Holdings Bhd, opened at 24 sen per share in its ACE Market debut, slightly under its initial public offering (IPO) price of 25 sen per share. 

IRB Encourages MSMEs To Voluntarily Implement e-Invoicing

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) — The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRB) is encouraging micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to voluntarily implement e-Invoicing due to its significant benefits for business operations and to prepare themselves for the digital economy.

Agreement On Reciprocal Trade Does Not Override Malaysian Laws - MITI

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) — The Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry (MITI) has emphasised that there is no clause in the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) that allows external parties to override Malaysia’s laws or domestic regulations.

Malaysia's Economy Strong, Continues To Be The Focus Of Foreign Investors - Fahmi

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- The country's economy is currently on the right track with Malaysia continuing to be the focus of foreign investors and large companies, said MADANI Government spokesperson Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

MOSTI Driving AI, Smart Tech Initiatives For Industrial Competitiveness - Minister

IPOH, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Malaysia is undergoing a profound transformation as it accelerates the adoption of advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), smart systems, automation, and energy efficient solutions across sectors, said Science, Technology and Innovation Minister Chang Lih Kang.

ACE Market-bound Kee Ming Group To Raise RM31.50 Mln From IPO

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Kee Ming Group Bhd aims to raise RM31.50 million from its initial public offering (IPO) ahead of its listing on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd on Feb 12, 2026.

Bursa Malaysia Continues Uptrend At Midday, CI Stays Above 1,700

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Bursa Malaysia’s benchmark index extended its gains at midday, holding above the 1,700 level, on sustained buying interest in selected heavyweight stocks despite mixed performances in regional markets.

ACE Market-bound Ambest Aims To Raise RM27.50 Mln From IPO

PETALING JAYA, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Ambest Group Bhd, an engineering support services provider specialising in precision machining, aims to raise approximately RM27.50 million through its initial public offering (IPO) on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Bhd on Feb 6, 2026.

CPO Prices To Stay Range-bound At RM4,000-RM4,300 per Tonne In February -- MPOC

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 21 (Bernama) -- Crude palm oil prices (CPO) are expected to remain range-bound between RM4,000 per tonne and RM4,300 per tonne in February due to seasonal declines in production and stocks, according to the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC).

Malaysia’s Auto Market Maintains Momentum With 820,752 Units Sold In 2025

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian automotive market maintained its strong momentum in 2025, surpassing the 800,000-unit threshold for the second consecutive year, with total industry volume (TIV) rising to 820,752 units from 816,747 units last year, representing an increase of 0.5 per cent.